| Overall Rating | Silver |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 52.02 |
| Liaison | Christine Bruckner |
| Submission Date | Jan. 24, 2025 |
Illinois State University
IL-51: Sustainability Projects Fund
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
|
1.00 / 1.00 |
Elisabeth
Reed Director Office of Sustainability |
Does the institution have a dedicated fund to support campus sustainability projects that is ongoing and includes a multi-stakeholder decision-making process to determine which projects receive funding?:
Name of the institution’s sustainability projects fund:
Which of the following best describes the primary source of funding for the sustainability projects fund?:
Year the institution’s sustainability projects fund was established:
Narrative and/or website URL providing an overview of the institution’s sustainability projects fund:
The ISU Sustainability Fund receives $180,000 from General Revenue funds annually to support creative projects that contribute broadly across the university and support Illinois State's commitments and goals outlined in the Sustainability Strategic Plan. This includes a variety of grants and awards for student, faculty, and staff projects.
More information can be found here:
https://sustainability.illinoisstate.edu/funding/
and
https://sustainability.illinoisstate.edu/funding/student-sustainability-fund/
Narrative outlining the multi-stakeholder decision-making process used to determine which projects receive funding through the sustainability projects fund:
Projects that align with goals outlined in the ISU Sustainability Strategic Plan receive priority consideration from the Office of Sustainability staff and students.
Innovation: Think outside the box and get creative with your project.
Logistics and Continuity: Consider all aspects of your project and make sure all your bases are covered.
Results: Your project should have a measurable impact and further sustainability efforts on campus or in the community.
Clarity: Be clear on your vision and tell us all about your work plan.
Optional documentation
Additional documentation for this credit:
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