| Overall Rating | Reporter - expired |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | |
| Liaison | Megan Curtis-Murphy |
| Submission Date | May 28, 2021 |
| Executive Letter | Download |
Northeastern University
IN-24: Innovation A
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
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Reporter |
Casey
Shetterly Special Projects - Sustainability Facilities |
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Name or title of the innovative policy, practice, program, or outcome:
Arboretum Status
A brief description of the innovative policy, practice, program, or outcome that outlines how credit criteria are met and any positive measurable outcomes associated with the innovation:
In 2019 Northeastern received Arboretum Status through ArbNet www.arbnet.org/
that certifies accredited arboreta. As an urban campus on just 66(?) acres in downtown Boston having over 1k trees with 143 species is remarkable. Besides being a terrific learning tool, the arboretum is beneficial to our air quality, stormwater retention and habitat protection.
Which of the following impact areas does the innovation most closely relate to? (select up to three):
Grounds
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The website URL where information about the innovation is available :
Additional documentation to support the submission:
Data source(s) and notes about the submission:
https://news.northeastern.edu/2019/05/23/northeastern-universitys-boston-campus-has-been-officially-recognized-as-a-level-two-arboretum-by-arbnet/
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