| Overall Rating | Silver - expired |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 50.16 |
| Liaison | Lissette Hernandez |
| Submission Date | Sept. 20, 2013 |
| Executive Letter | Download |
Florida International University
ER-4: Sustainability Outreach and Publications
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
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4.00 / 4.00 |
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Does the institution have a central sustainability website that consolidates information about the institution's sustainability efforts?:
Yes
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A brief description of the central sustainability website that consolidates information about the institution's sustainability efforts:
FIU’s Office of University Sustainability manages a central sustainability website (gogreen.fiu.edu) that works as the green hub and consolidates information about the institution’s sustainability efforts. General information such as the mission and vision, how to get involved, sustainability initiatives by topic, academic and funding resources, sustainability calendar of events, sustainability community partnerships, sustainability training and certifications, archived newsletters and climate reports are publicly available on the site.
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The website URL for the central sustainability website that consolidates information about the institution's sustainability efforts:
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Does the institution have a sustainability newsletter?:
Yes
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A brief description of the sustainability newsletter:
The Office of University Sustainability produces a monthly GoGreen eNewsletter which highlights sustainability stories on campus, upcoming sustainability events, and volunteer opportunities. The FIU community is welcome to submit events and volunteer information by emailing gogreen@fiu.edu.
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Does the institution have a vehicle to publish and disseminate student research on sustainability?:
No
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A brief description of the vehicle to publish and disseminate student research on sustainability:
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Does the institution have building signage that highlights green building features?:
Yes
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A brief description of building signage that highlights green building features :
FIU has many LEED certified Buildings, as part of the LEED certification, educational signage is incorporated through out the building to let the users know bout the green features such as use of renewable resources, energy efficient, and water and resource conservation features. Facilities Management is also working on a project to have signage in buildings noting that the buildings are being cleaned with certified green cleaning products.
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The website URL for building signage that highlights green building features :
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Does the institution have food service area signage and/or brochures that include information about sustainable food systems?:
Yes
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A brief description of food service area signage and/or brochures that include information about sustainable food systems:
Aramark, Panther Dining, has signage in food service areas that include information on sustainable food systems, the reusable to-go container program, the reusable mug program, the pre-consumer composting program on campus, and vegan/vegetarian options.
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The website URL for food service area signage and/or brochures that include information about sustainable food systems:
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Does the institution have signage on the grounds about sustainable grounds-keeping strategies employed?:
Yes
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A brief description of signage on the grounds about sustainable grounds-keeping strategies employed:
There are signs around campus that highlight sustainable grounds-keeping strategies including using coffee grounds from cafes on campus for fertilizing around plants and reclaimed water signs for irrigation, and stormwater runoff signage near drains.
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Does the institution have a sustainability walking map or tour?:
Yes
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A brief description of the sustainability walking map or tour:
The Office of University Sustainability produces a pamphlet for those interested in a self-guided walking tour. The pamphlet features GoGreen campus "hot spots" which describe sustainability initiatives and where to find them on our campuses. One of the "spots" is on FIU's Biscayne Bay Campus where a nature trail begins. The BBC Nature Trail allows walking or biking around campus along the trail that is approximately 3 miles long. Throughout the trail is educational signage describing the native plants and animals that can be viewed along the trail.
In addition, FIU has a Campus Tree Guide highlighting an important collection of native and exotic species growing throughout the institutions landscape. Locations are listed and most of the trees are tagged for easy spotting. Most of the tropical tree species on campus can be grown only in South Florida and no where else in the continental United States.
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Does the institution have a guide for commuters about how to use alternative methods of transportation?:
Yes
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A brief description of the guide for commuters about how to use alternative methods of transportation:
Through a partnership with South Florida Commuter Services and the FIU Parking and Transportation Department, the website Get2FIU.com was developed. This website is the hub for alternative transportation information at FIU. Students, faculty and staff can get information regarding the carpool program, the emergency ride home program, campus shuttles, county buses, and even biking and walking.
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Does the institution have a guide for green living and incorporating sustainability into the residential experience?:
Yes
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A brief description of the guide for green living and incorporating sustainability into the residential experience:
The Office of University Sustainability produces a GoGreen Tips pamphlets which includes green living tips for student residents, offices and classrooms, and commuting. The Office of University Sustainability has also developed a Green Room certification program, and green laundry tips for student residents. Tips are displayed in laundry rooms, showcase rooms, and on electronic screens throughout housing facilities.
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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)?:
No
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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:
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Does the institution produce another sustainability publication or outreach material not covered above? (1st material):
Yes
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A brief description of this material:
The Office of University Sustainability produces a number of educational pamphlets that can be used at all outreach and education events. These are "quick guides" for anyone to use to learn more about sustainability on campus. Pamphlets include, FIU GoGreen an introduction to the Office of University Sustainability projects and initiatives, and FIU Recycles a guide on campus recycling efforts and programs. Pamphlets are available online and in print.
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Does the institution produce another sustainability publication or outreach material not covered above? (2nd material):
Yes
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A brief description of this material:
FIU School of Architecture created outreach materials for the Perform[D]ance House. The house, designed and built by students, seeks to educate the public on sustainable architecture. The house competed in the 2011 US Department of Energy Solar Decathlon competition in Washington DC. Outreach materials include pamphlets and a virtual video tour.
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Does the institution produce another sustainability publication or outreach material not covered above? (3rd material):
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