| Overall Rating | Silver - expired |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 50.90 |
| Liaison | Chris Frantsvog |
| Submission Date | July 29, 2011 |
| Executive Letter | Download |
Luther College
ER-4: Sustainability Outreach and Publications
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
|
4.00 / 4.00 |
Dan
Bellrichard Sustainability Coordinator Sustainability Department |
Does the institution have a central sustainability website that consolidates information about the institution's sustainability efforts?:
A brief description of the central sustainability website that consolidates information about the institution's sustainability efforts:
On Luther's Sustainability website information can be found about campus sustainability initiatives, outreach into Northeast Iowa and personal actions that can be taken to live a more sustainable life. The site has detailed information and videos about Luther's commitments and sustainable initiatives, how anyone can get involved, upcoming events and news, sustainable activities and organizations, a suggestion box, and a page devoted to the question "What is sustainability?"
The website URL for the central sustainability website that consolidates information about the institution's sustainability efforts:
Does the institution have a sustainability newsletter?:
A brief description of the sustainability newsletter:
The Cottonwood Update is the quarterly newsletter sent out by the sustainability department, containing sustainability-related news, stories, and ideas.
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Does the institution have a vehicle to publish and disseminate student research on sustainability?:
A brief description of the vehicle to publish and disseminate student research on sustainability:
The website URL for the vehicle to publish and disseminate student research on sustainability:
Does the institution have building signage that highlights green building features?:
A brief description of building signage that highlights green building features :
All residence halls and academic and administrative buildings have recycling bins, and contain signs indicating where the recycle bins are and how to sort recyclable materials. There are also signs in the residence halls and the cafeteria indicating where the compost is and what materials can be composted. Valders and Sampson-Hoffland have signage highlighting some of the green building features that were installed in accordance with LEED standards, such as signage in the bathrooms indicating how the dual-flush toilets work.
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Does the institution have food service area signage and/or brochures that include information about sustainable food systems?:
A brief description of food service area signage and/or brochures that include information about sustainable food systems:
The cafeteria has signage that shows the % of food used that was purchased locally to date and how much has been spent on local foods per year. There are signs that talk about the hormone free milk, 100% Fair Trade Certified coffee and 100% USDA organic and ethnically sourced tea. In addition the daily menu lists which foods are locally sourced.
The website URL for food service area signage and/or brochures that include information about sustainable food systems:
Does the institution have signage on the grounds about sustainable grounds-keeping strategies employed?:
A brief description of signage on the grounds about sustainable grounds-keeping strategies employed:
Signage on Luther's grounds highlights all of the main sustainable features of the grounds,such as the Edible Landscape Garden,the Rain Garden and Oak Savanna Reconstruction behind Sampson-Hoffland, and
Anderson Prairie. The signs often explain the purpose of the feature. For example: "The rain garden absorbs rainwater from the roof of Sampson-Hoffland that would otherwise go into the storm sewer system and the river. Native wetland plants such as grasses, sedges, and wildflowers are used in rain gardens due to their extensive and deep root systems. These roots enhance the infiltration of stormwater into the ground, helping to reduce flooding."
The website URL for signage on the grounds about sustainable grounds-keeping strategies employed:
Does the institution have a sustainability walking map or tour?:
A brief description of the sustainability walking map or tour:
Luther has a whole section of its sustainability website devoted to bike and walking trails in the Decorah area that students can use in order to get around Decorah and explore the natural world without a vehicle, complete with maps, advice, and a walking guide.
The website URL of the sustainability walking map or tour:
Does the institution have a guide for commuters about how to use alternative methods of transportation?:
A brief description of the guide for commuters about how to use alternative methods of transportation:
All alternative methods of transportation are described in the transportation section of Luther's sustainability website. From the website commuters can find rides through the Rideshare website, sign up for the shuttles, and learn about the bike facilities and car sharing programs provided by the college.
The website URL for the guide for commuters about how to use alternative methods of transportation:
Does the institution have a guide for green living and incorporating sustainability into the residential experience?:
A brief description of the guide for green living and incorporating sustainability into the residential experience:
Luther's Sustainability website features a Dorm and Living Space Energy Conservation Tips page for students, as well as ideas for how to become more involved in promoting green living.
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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)?:
A brief description of regular coverage of sustainability in the main student newspaper, either through a regular column or a reporter assigned to the sustainability beat:
The Eco Corner, located in the opinion section of Luther's student newspaper, Chips, and published once every week, contains sustainable living tips, a little news and information about upcoming events.
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Does the institution produce another sustainability publication or outreach material not covered above? (1st material):
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Does the institution produce another sustainability publication or outreach material not covered above? (2nd material):
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Does the institution produce another sustainability publication or outreach material not covered above? (3rd material):
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Does the institution produce another sustainability publication or outreach material not covered above? (5th material):
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Does the institution produce another sustainability publication or outreach material not covered above? (8th material):
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