| Overall Rating | Bronze - expired |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 36.11 |
| Liaison | Diane Fout |
| Submission Date | April 23, 2013 |
| Executive Letter | Download |
Transylvania University
OP-6: Food and Beverage Purchasing
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
|
0.36 / 6.00 |
Amanda
Langlitz General Manager Sodexo, Transylvania University account |
Percentage of food expenditures that meet one or more of the criteria for this credit (0 - 100):
A brief description of the sustainable food and beverage purchasing program:
Our standard for tracking local food is slightly different than the STARS standard. We track anything with the Kentucky Proud label, which includes items that are grown OR processed in the state. We then separate out, which has a direct farm impact (e.g., grown in KY). Using this standard makes the tracking process much easier for our dining management team, though it does eliminate some items we purchase from neighboring states that are within the STARS 250 mile standard.
We started tracking in fall 2012, using the 2012-2013 as a pilot year. Using this information, we will develop a plan for increasing our local food purchases.
All of our coffee products offered on campus are Fair Trade Certified.
The Website URL where information about the institution's sustainable food and beverage purchasing efforts is available:
Data source(s) and notes about the submission:
The information presented here is self-reported. While AASHE staff review portions of all STARS reports and institutions are welcome to seek additional forms of review, the data in STARS reports are not verified by AASHE. If you believe any of this information is erroneous or inconsistent with credit criteria, please review the process for inquiring about the information reported by an institution or simply email your inquiry to stars@aashe.org.