| Overall Rating | Gold |
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| Overall Score | 82.81 |
| Liaison | Aaron Durnbaugh |
| Submission Date | April 12, 2023 |
Loyola University Chicago
PA-2: Sustainability Planning
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
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4.00 / 4.00 |
Aaron
Durnbaugh Director of Sustainability Office of Sustainability |
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Part 1. Measurable sustainability objectives
Academics
Yes
A list or sample of the measurable sustainability objectives related to academics and the plan(s) in which they are published:
The Sustainability Across the Curriculum Report was generated by the SAC Committee and shared with Academic Affairs. https://www.luc.edu/sustainability/sustainabilityatloyola/loyolasustainabilityinitiatives/integratingsustainabilityintoteachingresearch/
An example of a measurable objective from this document is "Develop a program to recognize current sustainability-focused courses. Concepts include special listing courses in LOCUS, a ‘Sustainability Distinction’ program, or a minor in sustainability sciences."
An example of a measurable objective from this document is "Develop a program to recognize current sustainability-focused courses. Concepts include special listing courses in LOCUS, a ‘Sustainability Distinction’ program, or a minor in sustainability sciences."
Engagement
Yes
A list or sample of the measurable sustainability objectives related to engagement and the plan(s) in which they are published:
There are engagement goals in the University's Climate Action Plan. https://www.luc.edu/media/lucedu/sustainability-new/pdfs/IES15-05%20Climate%20Action%20Plan%20Booklet_v7.pdf
An example of a measurable objective is: "Install highly-visible demonstration sites.FY17-20. Facilities Department."
An example of a measurable objective is: "Install highly-visible demonstration sites.FY17-20. Facilities Department."
Operations
Yes
A list or sample of the measurable sustainability objectives related to operations and the plan(s) in which they are published:
Energy use intensity goals by building age and use. Overall 10% reduction by 2025. Referred to in the Climate Action Plan but part of Facilities Operational Goals. https://www.luc.edu/media/lucedu/sustainability-new/pdfs/IES15-05%20Climate%20Action%20Plan%20Booklet_v7.pdf
Administration
Yes
A list or sample of the measurable sustainability objectives related to administration and the plan(s) in which they are published:
Here is the diversity and inclusion expectations: https://www.luc.edu/ari/
and this annual report has areas of growth: https://www.luc.edu/media/lucedu/oie/Diversity%20Report%20Final%2020190502-1.pdf
These are part of the most recent efforts on DEI planning. Specific strategies related to serving underrepresented groups can be found in our Strategic Plan.
Sections called out are in Section 1: https://www.luc.edu/media/lucedu/oie/Diversity%20Report%20Final%2020190502-1.pdf
and this annual report has areas of growth: https://www.luc.edu/media/lucedu/oie/Diversity%20Report%20Final%2020190502-1.pdf
These are part of the most recent efforts on DEI planning. Specific strategies related to serving underrepresented groups can be found in our Strategic Plan.
Sections called out are in Section 1: https://www.luc.edu/media/lucedu/oie/Diversity%20Report%20Final%2020190502-1.pdf
Part 2. Sustainability in institution’s highest guiding document
Yes
The institution’s highest guiding document (upload):
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Website URL where the institution’s highest guiding document is publicly available:
Which of the following best describes the inclusion of sustainability in the highest guiding document?:
Major theme
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Website URL where the institution's sustainability plan is publicly available:
Does the institution have a formal statement in support of sustainability endorsed by its governing body?:
No
The formal statement in support of sustainability:
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The institution’s definition of sustainability:
Loyola’s Sustainability Mission
Sustainability at Loyola is driven by our Jesuit tradition of social justice, our service to humanity, and our role as an institution of higher education. It is embodied in an educational experience for our students and activities that seek to meet the needs of the present generation without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. We are committed to an inclusive process considering social, economic and environmental impacts and exemplified in a transformative education for our students.
Sustainability at Loyola is driven by our Jesuit tradition of social justice, our service to humanity, and our role as an institution of higher education. It is embodied in an educational experience for our students and activities that seek to meet the needs of the present generation without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. We are committed to an inclusive process considering social, economic and environmental impacts and exemplified in a transformative education for our students.
Is the institution an endorser or signatory of the following?:
| Yes or No | |
| The Earth Charter | No |
| The Higher Education Sustainability Initiative (HESI) | No |
| ISCN-GULF Sustainable Campus Charter | No |
| Pan-Canadian Protocol for Sustainability | No |
| SDG Accord | No |
| Second Nature’s Carbon Commitment (formerly known as the ACUPCC), Resilience Commitment, and/or integrated Climate Commitment | Yes |
| The Talloires Declaration (TD) | Yes |
| UN Global Compact | No |
| Other multi-dimensional sustainability commitments (please specify below) | Yes |
A brief description of the institution’s formal sustainability commitments, including the specific initiatives selected above:
St. Francis Pledge, Cost on Carbon Commitment, Laudato si' 7 Year Challenge
https://www.luc.edu/president/communications/communitymessages/archive-jar/archive/laudatosiseven-yearjourney.shtml
https://www.luc.edu/president/communications/communitymessages/archive-jar/archive/laudatosiseven-yearjourney.shtml
Website URL where information about the institution’s sustainability planning efforts is available:
Additional documentation to support the submission:
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Data source(s) and notes about the submission:
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