Overall Rating	Gold - expired
Overall Score	65.98
Liaison	Audrey McSain
Submission Date	Feb. 26, 2021

STARS v2.2

Lehigh University
EN-4: Outreach Materials and Publications

Status	Score	Responsible Party
	2.00 / 2.00	Audrey McSain Sustainability Program Manager Office of Sustainability

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Central sustainability website

Does the institution have a central sustainability website that consolidates information about the institution’s sustainability efforts?:

Yes

Website URL for the central sustainability website:

https://sustainability.lehigh.edu/

Sustainability newsletter or social media platform

Does the institution have a sustainability newsletter or social media platform that focuses specifically on campus sustainability?:

Yes

A brief description of the sustainability newsletter or social media platform:

The Lehigh Sustainability E-Newsletter has four quarterly editions per year (it increased in frequency in Fall 2020 to every other month), issued to faculty, staff, students, and some alumni. It provides updates including: progress on our campus sustainability plan goals, program and event highlights, spotlights, green tips, and updates on how YOU can get involved in sustainability at Lehigh.

Lehigh Sustainability also utilizes Instagram (@lehighsustainability) and Facebook (/LehighSustainability).
https://www.instagram.com/lehighsustainability/
https://www.facebook.com/LehighSustainability/

Signage

Does the institution have signage that highlights sustainability features on campus?:

Yes

A brief description of the signage that highlights sustainability features on campus:

We currently have signage for our LEED certified buildings on campus. Going forward, we will have specific sustainability signage that features key sustainability elements as well as Fitwel signage throughout the new Health Science Technology building. In addition, we will be putting sustainability signage that features key sustainability elements in the New Residential Halls.

Sustainability map or tour

Does the institution provide a sustainability walking map or tour?:

Yes

A brief description of the sustainability walking map or tour:

Lehigh's Sustainability Tour is an interactive Web GIS tour that illustrates Lehigh University's efforts towards sustainability.

https://sustainability.lehigh.edu/sustainability-tour

Green living guide

Does the institution produce a guide for green living and/or incorporating sustainability into the residential experience?:

Yes

A brief description of the guide for green living and/or incorporating sustainability into the residential experience:

Lehigh provides a Sustainable Living Program certificate. The Sustainable Living Program is a voluntary, self-guided program coordinated by the Eco-Rep Leadership Program. It is designed for students in residence halls and Greek houses to take the lead in making their living spaces and daily routines more sustainable. The certification process includes specific questions that address day-to-day living habits in various categories including energy, water, purchasing, recycling, food/dining, involvement, and innovations. By taking action in a variety of topic areas, students can reduce their environmental impact, be responsible stewards of the university’s resources, and contribute to Lehigh’s sustainability goals and commitments.'

https://sustainability.lehigh.edu/sustainable-living-program

Optional Fields

A brief description of other comprehensive sustainability outreach materials and publications not covered above:

URLs that guide for commuters about how to use more sustainable methods of transportation:
https://sustainability.lehigh.edu/bike-car-free-day
https://sustainability.lehigh.edu/carpool-car-free-day
https://sustainability.lehigh.edu/walkrun-car-free-day
https://sustainability.lehigh.edu/public-transportation-car-free-day

Additional documentation to support the submission:

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Data source(s) and notes about the submission:

Sustainability outreach was not impacted by COVID-19 and therefore is representative of a normal year.

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