| Overall Rating | Silver - expired |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 56.45 |
| Liaison | Bambi Ingram |
| Submission Date | Feb. 7, 2020 |
| Executive Letter | Download |
University of Alabama at Birmingham
EN-4: Outreach Materials and Publications
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
|
2.00 / 2.00 |
Abigail
Franks Intern Sustainability |
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 (optional):
The website provides a comprehensive overview of sustainability at UAB. It also specifically addresses an array of topics such as the sustainability courses offered, research opportunities, how to get involved, BikeUAB, electric vehicle charging stations, Tree Campus USA, the Solar Decathlon, and how to contact UAB Sustainability faculty and staff.
The website URL for the central sustainability website:
Does the institution have a sustainability newsletter?:
A brief description of the sustainability newsletter:
The website URL for the sustainability newsletter:
Does the institution have social media platforms (e.g. Facebook, Twitter, interactive blogs) that focus specifically on campus sustainability?:
A brief description of the social media platforms that focus on sustainability:
UAB Sustainability has a Facebook page and an Instagram account. The social media platforms are used to inform students about important news revolving around sustainability, upcoming events, and how to be eco-friendly.
The website URL of the primary social media platform focused on sustainability:
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 the regular coverage of sustainability in the main student newspaper:
UAB Sustainability events, initiatives, and sustainability efforts made by the university are regularly featured in the paper and electronic versions of the student newspaper, the Kaleidoscope. The Kaleidoscope is an award-winning weekly newspaper.
The website URL for regular coverage of sustainability in the main student newspaper:
Does the institution produce 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 :
UAB Sustainability's water bottle filling station program includes prominent, attractive signage with varying statements regarding the environmental, social, and economic reasons for choosing tap water with reusable bottle over disposable bottled water. UAB also has signage for other green building features such as rooftop solar displays.
The website URL for building signage that highlights green building features :
Does the institution have signage and/or brochures that include information about sustainable food systems?:
A brief description of the signage and/or brochures that include information about sustainable food systems:
The dining hall "The Commons" presents signage along the walls next to the food being presented that day. These signs present facts about the locally sourced food, how to reduce food waste, and the vegan options that are offered.
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 groundskeeping and/or landscaping strategies employed?:
A brief description of the signage on the grounds about sustainable groundskeeping and/or landscaping strategies employed:
UAB recently planted a pollinator garden in the UAB Mini Park, across University Boulevard from Campbell Hall. The idea was proposed by a student and funded by the Sustainability Investment Fund. The signage is several feet away from the garden and displays information about the importance of native pollinators and plants. The garden is used to create a more welcoming environment for pollinators, such as honey bees, beetles, moths, and butterflies.
The website URL for the signage on the grounds about sustainable groundskeeping and/or landscaping strategies employed:
Does the institution produce a sustainability walking map or tour?:
A brief description of the sustainability walking map or tour:
The website URL of the sustainability walking map or tour:
Does the institution produce a guide for commuters about how to use more sustainable methods of transportation?:
A brief description of the guide for commuters about how to use more sustainable methods of transportation:
Our Parking and Transportation site prominently includes information about the CommuteSmart programs, include ways to commute, incentive programs, etc. They also produce a paper version of this guide. Condensed information about multi-modal transportation is also offered in the new student and new employee orientation.
The website URL for the guide for commuters about how to use more sustainable methods of transportation:
Does the institution produce navigation and educational tools for bicyclists and pedestrians (e.g. covering routes, inter-modal connections, policies, services, and safety)? :
A brief description of the navigation and educational tools for bicyclists and pedestrians:
BikeUAB pages, hosted on the UAB Sustainability website, offer policies, safety information, and more regarding how to bike to and within the campus.
The website URL for navigation and educational tools for bicyclists and pedestrians:
Does the institution produce a guide for green living and/or incorporating sustainability into the residential experience?:
A brief description of the guide for green living and incorporating sustainability into the residential experience:
Our main webpage has a designated tab dedicated to giving resources for faculty and staff to live sustainably. There are resources that include topics such as how to recycle, how to eat sustainably, resources to carpool, how to purchase eco-friendly products, and how to reduce energy and water use at home.
The website URL for the guide for green living and incorporating sustainability into the residential experience:
Does the institution produce other sustainability outreach materials or publications not covered above?:
A brief description of these materials or publications:
The website URL for these materials or publications:
Additional documentation to support the submission:
Data source(s) and notes about the submission:
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