Florida International University

FIU believes, environmental knowledge is intrinsically interdisciplinary. It relies on basic and applied sciences and engineering to explain the dynamics of environmental processes; technology, planning, and management disciplines to develop and implement effective and efficient … read more

FIU believes, environmental knowledge is intrinsically interdisciplinary. It relies on basic and applied sciences and engineering to explain the dynamics of environmental processes; technology, planning, and management disciplines to develop and
implement effective and efficient improvement strategies; and the humanities to clarify values and attitudes toward the
environment.

Data for this category was collected by the FIU Office of University Sustainability STARS Team - Connie Caldwell, Ali Dutton, Antonio Ferguson and Carrie Kashar. We would like to thank the departments that make the programs reported possible: Housing & Residential Life, Housing Facilities, Agroecology, Office of Orientation, Recreation Services, and the School of Environment, Arts and Society.

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The FIU Stars Team would like to thank those individuals that helped collect and review data for the curriculum section: Birgitta Rausch-Montoto, Elaine Pritzker, Ryan Vogel. And special thanks to our STARS Curriculum Working Group … read more

The FIU Stars Team would like to thank those individuals that helped collect and review data for the curriculum section: Birgitta Rausch-Montoto, Elaine Pritzker, Ryan Vogel.

And special thanks to our STARS Curriculum Working Group members: Carlos Parra, Peter Craumer and Ken Lipartito.

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FIU is Carnegie-designated as both a research university with high research activity and a community-engaged university. Our annual research expenditures are in excess of $100 million and our deep commitment to engagement have made FIU … read more

FIU is Carnegie-designated as both a research university with high research activity and a community-engaged university. Our annual research expenditures are in excess of $100 million and our deep commitment to engagement have made FIU the go-to solutions center for issues ranging from local to global. FIU is worlds ahead in its local and global engagement, finding solutions to the most challenging problems of our time.

At FIU sustainability research means research is focused on a key principle of sustainability (such as social equity or environmental stewardship); addresses a sustainability challenge (such as climate change or poverty); or furthers our understanding of the interconnectedness of societal and environmental challenges. Sustainability research leads toward solutions that support economic prosperity, social well-being, and ecological health.

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According to FIU's greenhouse gas inventory, buildings account for almost half of FIU's carbon footprint. Buildings create a footprint due to the energy consumed to provide for functions like air conditioning, hot water heating, and … read more

According to FIU's greenhouse gas inventory, buildings account for almost half of FIU's carbon footprint. Buildings create a footprint due to the energy consumed to provide for functions like air conditioning, hot water heating, and running technology and appliances.

What makes buildings in South Florida unique is the fact that they use almost all of their energy from electricity and consume more of that energy for air conditioning than almost anywhere else in the United States.

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The FIU STARS Team would like to thank ARAMARK - Panther Dining for their continued support of FIU's sustainability initiatives. We would like to thank Patricia Williams, in particular, for collecting and putting together the … read more

The FIU STARS Team would like to thank ARAMARK - Panther Dining for their continued support of FIU's sustainability initiatives. We would like to thank Patricia Williams, in particular, for collecting and putting together the data for this section.

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The FIU STARS team thanks Facilities Management for their help in collecting data for this report, especially to Marco Benitez and Michelle Geli for leading the compiling efforts!

The FIU STARS Team would like to thank Ryan Vogel and Mark Salemi for their help in data collection for the grounds section. We would also like to acknowledge Julissa Castellanos for her efforts and … read more

The FIU STARS Team would like to thank Ryan Vogel and Mark Salemi for their help in data collection for the grounds section. We would also like to acknowledge Julissa Castellanos for her efforts and leadership in the Tree Campus USA certification and reporting for FIU.

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The FIU STARS Team would like to thank Jimmy Carmenate, Joost Nuninga, and Janet Branch for their efforts in helping collect the data necessary for the computer and cleaning products purchasing credits. We would also … read more

The FIU STARS Team would like to thank Jimmy Carmenate, Joost Nuninga, and Janet Branch for their efforts in helping collect the data necessary for the computer and cleaning products purchasing credits. We would also like to thank our university vendor Office Max for their ongoing support of FIU GoGreen initiatives and their assistance in collecting purchasing data.

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The FIU STARS Team would like to thank the Department of Parking & Transportation for their support of FIU's sustainability initiatives, and we would like to acknowledge Lissette Hernandez and Brenda Dome for their help … read more

The FIU STARS Team would like to thank the Department of Parking & Transportation for their support of FIU's sustainability initiatives, and we would like to acknowledge Lissette Hernandez and Brenda Dome for their help in collecting and preparing the data for this section.

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The FIU STARS Team thanks Joost Nuninga for his help in collecting the data necessary for this section. We would also like to thank all the staff at Housing Facilities, and Facilities Management Recycling & … read more

The FIU STARS Team thanks Joost Nuninga for his help in collecting the data necessary for this section. We would also like to thank all the staff at Housing Facilities, and Facilities Management Recycling & Custodial Services, for their efforts to increase awareness and recycling on campus.

And thank you to Andrea Bynum, and Jenel Patterson for their help in confirming data for their respective sections.

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The FIU STARS Team thanks El Pagnier Hudson for her leadership of the Human Resources Division Team that put together the data for this section and the following section. HR Team: Phillip Hamilton, Gail Hansen, … read more

The FIU STARS Team thanks El Pagnier Hudson for her leadership of the Human Resources Division Team that put together the data for this section and the following section. HR Team: Phillip Hamilton, Gail Hansen, and Eran Arbel.

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Moving into the future, this is one area where FIU can make a big impact toward increasing it's score for a higher STARS rating. We will look to explore and develop opportunities to engage in … read more

Moving into the future, this is one area where FIU can make a big impact toward increasing it's score for a higher STARS rating. We will look to explore and develop opportunities to engage in socially and environmentally responsible investing.

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In 2011, Florida International University received the Carnegie Community Engagement classification. Engagement is at the heart of an urban public research university. At FIU, faculty, staff and students work closely with community and global partners … read more

In 2011, Florida International University received the Carnegie Community Engagement classification. Engagement is at the heart of an urban public research university. At FIU, faculty, staff and students work closely with community and global partners addressing the relevant issues of our time. Last year thousands of students and hundreds of faculty and staff collaborated with members of the community on a range of issues.

The FIU STARS Team thanks Beverly Dalrymple at FIU's Center for Leadership & Service for helping collect data necessary for this section.

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