| Overall Rating | Silver - expired |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 45.07 |
| Liaison | Jessica Krejcik |
| Submission Date | Oct. 11, 2012 |
| Executive Letter | Download |
Concordia University
ER-4: Sustainability Outreach and Publications
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
|
4.00 / 4.00 |
Mariam
Masud N/A N/A |
Does the institution have a central sustainability website that consolidates information about the institution's sustainability efforts?:
A brief description of the central sustainability website that consolidates information about the institution's sustainability efforts:
Sustainable Concordia's website consolidates information about the sustainability efforts of the university and student groups.
The website URL for the central sustainability website that consolidates information about the institution's sustainability efforts:
Does the institution have a sustainability newsletter?:
A brief description of the sustainability newsletter:
The JMSB Sustainable Scoop is a quarterly JMSB publication aimed at bringing awareness to students, and the Concordia community, about sustainable best business practices especially within the Montreal business sector and surrounding areas. Companies/organizations want to demonstrate what is leading the way in sustainable initiatives/best practices and they want students to know
http://johnmolson.concordia.ca/career-services/students/sustainability/sustainable-scoop-newsletter
Additionally, the student group Sustainable Concordia sends out a bi-monthly newsletter to inform subscribers about events such as workshops, speaker series, conferences etc., internships, volunteer opportunities and other happenings within the organisation and the larger community that relate to sustainability
http://sustainable.concordia.ca/events-and-media/newsletter/
The website URL for the sustainability newsletter:
Does the institution have a vehicle to publish and disseminate student research on sustainability?:
A brief description of the vehicle to publish and disseminate student research on sustainability:
The website URL for the vehicle to publish and disseminate student research on sustainability:
Does the institution have building signage that highlights green building features?:
A brief description of building signage that highlights green building features :
Concordia has installed a number of plaques in its major buildings that highlight building history and features, this includes a plaque in the recently constructed MB building that highlights the extensive solar array on the pavilion's roof.
The website URL for building signage that highlights green building features :
Does the institution have food service area signage and/or brochures that include information about sustainable food systems?:
A brief description of food service area signage and/or brochures that include information about sustainable food systems:
The Concordia Food Systems Project has a blog that demonstrates how the project brings together students, faculty and staff to facilitate a transition to a more sustainable food system for all.
Additionally, the soon to be opened Hive Cafe (http://hivecafe.concordia.ca/) has sustainable food systems at the centre of its development plan. Additionally, the Sustainable Food Festival website had a section on food sovereignty in Montreal.
The website URL for food service area signage and/or brochures that include information about sustainable food systems:
Does the institution have signage on the grounds about sustainable grounds-keeping strategies employed?:
A brief description of signage on the grounds about sustainable grounds-keeping strategies employed:
The website URL for signage on the grounds about sustainable grounds-keeping strategies employed:
Does the institution have a sustainability walking map or tour?:
A brief description of the sustainability walking map or tour:
The website URL of the sustainability walking map or tour:
Does the institution have a guide for commuters about how to use alternative methods of transportation?:
A brief description of the guide for commuters about how to use alternative methods of transportation:
Allégo Concordia is mandated to provide information to commuters about alternative transportation, while increasing the provision of alternative systems.
The website URL for the guide for commuters about how to use alternative methods of transportation:
Does the institution have a guide for green living and incorporating sustainability into the residential experience?:
A brief description of the guide for green living and incorporating sustainability into the residential experience:
The website URL for the guide for green living and incorporating sustainability into the residential experience:
Does the institution have regular coverage of sustainability in the main student newspaper (either through a regular column or a reporter assigned to the sustainability beat)?:
A brief description of regular coverage of sustainability in the main student newspaper, either through a regular column or a reporter assigned to the sustainability beat:
Concordia's main student newspaper, The Link, includes sustainability prominently in its coverage of student affairs at the university—the newspaper does not assign beats. The newspaper's Opinions section has also hosted a Green Space column in the past.
The website URL for regular coverage of sustainability in the main student newspaper, either through a regular column or a reporter assigned to the sustainability beat:
Does the institution produce another sustainability publication or outreach material not covered above? (1st material):
A brief description of this material:
The Concordia Student Union agenda has a section on campus sustainability with a guide to sustainable living in Montreal.
The website URL for this material:
Does the institution produce another sustainability publication or outreach material not covered above? (2nd material):
A brief description of this material:
The Sustainable Event Guide is a document filled with guidance, resources and some simple advice that will aid in organizing events that benefits the community, promotes ethical purchasing,
and reduces waste.
This guide shed light on what Concordia is doing to move towards a more sustainable future. The SEG isn’t just for Concordia events - planners from other universities or organizations will also find suggestions of what to look for when putting on an event.
The website URL for this material:
Does the institution produce another sustainability publication or outreach material not covered above? (3rd material):
A brief description of this material:
DOCSE Distinguished Speakers Series: Hearing leading scholars and thought leaders in any field inspires researchers to consider greater possibilities in their own research. To assist with the inspiration of our faculty and students, the David O'Brien Centre for Sustainable Enterprise (DOCSE) has established the Distinguished Speaker Series. Our goal is to consistently bring in top scholars in all aspect of the field of sustainable enterprise, who are able to speak to both academic researchers and practicing managers. By finding such speakers, not only does DOCSE advance knowledge, but we also change practice. Video of previous speakers is available online.
The website URL for this material:
Does the institution produce another sustainability publication or outreach material not covered above? (4th material):
A brief description of this material:
Similar to the Sustainable Concordia newsletter, the Concordia Greenhouse sends out a monthly newsletter with information on events such as workshops, fundraisers, vernissages, film screenings, courses in the community etc. that relate to urban agriculture at the university and within the city of Montreal.
The website URL for this material:
Does the institution produce another sustainability publication or outreach material not covered above? (5th material):
A brief description of this material:
The website URL for this material:
Does the institution produce another sustainability publication or outreach material not covered above? (6th material):
A brief description of this material:
The website URL for this material:
Does the institution produce another sustainability publication or outreach material not covered above? (7th material):
A brief description of this material:
The website URL for this material:
Does the institution produce another sustainability publication or outreach material not covered above? (8th material):
A brief description of this material:
The website URL for this material:
Data source(s) and notes about the submission:
The information presented here is self-reported. While AASHE staff review portions of all STARS reports and institutions are welcome to seek additional forms of review, the data in STARS reports are not verified by AASHE. If you believe any of this information is erroneous or inconsistent with credit criteria, please review the process for inquiring about the information reported by an institution or simply email your inquiry to stars@aashe.org.