University of Mary Washington
PA-2: Commitments and Planning
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
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Reporter |
Brenda
Togo Sustainability Coordinator Facilities Services |
2.1 Public sustainability commitment
Narrative detailing the institution’s guiding vision or goals for sustainability and the plan(s) in which they are published:
The University of Mary Washington (UMW) aims to integrate sustainability into all aspects of campus life, focusing on environmental stewardship, social equity, and economic responsibility. These goals are outlined in the Sustainability Policies and Practices document and the ongoing development of the Climate Action Plan.
Narrative and/or website URL outlining the institution’s external sustainability commitments that include a reporting requirement:
UMW is committed to external sustainability reporting through affiliations with organizations like the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE).
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2.2 Measurable sustainability objectives
Narrative listing the institution’s measurable sustainability objectives that address teaching, learning, and research:
Develop and offer sustainability-focused courses and workshops.
Support faculty and student sustainability research projects.
Integrate sustainability principles into general education requirements
Has the institution adopted one or more measurable sustainability objectives that address stakeholder engagement?:
Narrative listing the institution’s measurable sustainability objectives that address stakeholder engagement:
Conduct annual sustainability surveys for campus stakeholders.
Organize community sustainability events and workshops.
Strengthen partnerships with local organizations like the City of Fredericksburg and Fredericksburg Food Co-op.
Has the institution adopted one or more measurable sustainability objectives that address campus operations?:
Narrative listing the institution’s measurable sustainability objectives that address campus operations:
UMW has set goals to reduce energy consumption, improve waste management, and enhance sustainable transportation options:
Achieve a specific percentage reduction in greenhouse gas emissions.
Increase waste diversion rates through enhanced recycling and composting.
Expand the use of renewable energy on campus.
Has the institution adopted one or more measurable sustainability objectives that address racial equity and social justice?:
Narrative listing the institution’s measurable sustainability objectives that address racial equity and social justice:
Partner with organizations like Empowerhouse to support vulnerable populations.
Implement programs through the James Farmer Multicultural Center (JFMC) promoting social justice.
Provide diversity training and resources to the campus community.
Has the institution adopted one or more measurable sustainability objectives that address administration and finance?:
Narrative listing the institution’s measurable sustainability objectives that address administration and finance:
-Prioritize sustainable procurement practices.
-Allocate budget for sustainability projects and campus improvements.
-Include sustainability criteria in investment policies.
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2.3 Climate resilience assessment and planning
Narrative and/or website URL providing an overview of the institution’s climate resilience assessment:
UMW has initiated a Climate Action Plan to assess vulnerabilities and resilience strategies.
Does the institution participate in an ongoing campus-community task force or committee that is focused on climate resilience?:
Narrative and/or website URL providing an overview of the campus-community task force or committee focused on climate resilience:
UMW has a Climate Action Task Force involving students, faculty, staff, and community members.
Has the institution incorporated climate resilience strategies and/or goals into one or more of its published plans?:
Narrative listing the institution’s climate resilience strategies and goals and the plan(s) in which they are published:
Climate resilience goals are integrated into the Climate Action Plan and Sustainability Policies and Practices.
https://sustainability.umw.edu/wp-content/blogs.dir/1701/files/2023/02/Climate-Action-Task-Force-Charge.pdf
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Optional documentation
Additional documentation for this credit:
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