| Overall Rating | Gold - expired |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 69.08 |
| Liaison | Andrew Horning |
| Submission Date | June 25, 2018 |
| Executive Letter | Download |
University of Michigan
PA-2: Sustainability Planning
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
|
2.25 / 4.00 |
Kenneth
Keeler Senior Sustainability Rep Office of Campus Sustainability |
Does the institution have a published strategic plan or equivalent guiding document that includes sustainability at a high level? :
A brief description of how the institution’s strategic plan or equivalent guiding document addresses sustainability:
In 2011, the University of Michigan enhanced its commitment to sustainability with the creation of the Office of Campus Sustainability and the adoption of long term Sustainability Goals.
The University's Five Year Master Plan (http://umaec.umich.edu/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/UMAA-FY19-Capital-Outlay-and-Project-Request.pdf) indicates that U-M "dedicate ourselves to ethical and responsible stewardship of financial, physical and environmental resources. We look for tools and strategies to create and enhance sustainable practices in all facets of operations and seek to lead in the global quest for a sustainable future."
A copy of the strategic plan:
The website URL where the strategic plan is publicly available:
Does the institution have a published sustainability plan (apart from what is reported above)? :
A copy of the sustainability plan:
The website URL where the sustainability plan is publicly available:
Does the institution have a published climate action plan (apart from what is reported above)? :
A copy of the climate action plan:
The website URL where the climate action plan is publicly available:
Does the institution have other published plans that address sustainability or include measurable sustainability objectives (e.g. campus master plan, physical campus plan, diversity plan, human resources plan)? :
A list of other published plans that address sustainability, including public website URLs (if available):
The AEC Sustainability Master Plan (http://umaec.umich.edu/sustainability/master-plan/) is a comprehensive document which communicates the methodology Architecture Engineering and Construction (AEC) is employing to improve building design and construction sustainability at the University of Michigan.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Strategic plan: https://diversity.umich.edu/strategic-plan/
Taken together, do the plan(s) reported above include measurable sustainability objectives that address Curriculum?:
A list or sample of the measurable sustainability objectives that address Curriculum and the published plans in which each objective is included:
Taken together, do the plan(s) reported above include measurable sustainability objectives that address Research?:
A list or sample of the measurable sustainability objectives that address Research and the published plans in which each objective is included:
Taken together, do the plan(s) reported above include measurable sustainability objectives that address Campus Engagement?:
A list or sample of the measurable sustainability objectives that address Campus Engagement and the published plans in which each objective is included:
U-M has a goal to increase community awareness around sustainability by pursuing stakeholder engagement, education, and evaluation strategies toward a campus-wide ethic of sustainability. http://sustainability.umich.edu/ocs/goals/community
Taken together, do the plan(s) reported above include measurable sustainability objectives that address Public Engagement?:
A list or sample of the measurable sustainability objectives that address Public Engagement and the published plans in which each objective is included:
Taken together, do the plan(s) reported above include measurable sustainability objectives that address Air & Climate?:
A list or sample of the measurable sustainability objectives that address Air & Climate and the published plans in which each objective is included:
25% reduction in GHG (scope 1 & 2) below 2006 levels by 2025. http://sustainability.umich.edu/ocs/goals/ghg
Taken together, do the plan(s) reported above include measurable sustainability objectives that address Buildings?:
A list or sample of the measurable sustainability objectives that address Buildings and the published plans in which each objective is included:
The AEC Sustainability Master Plan (http://umaec.umich.edu/sustainability/master-plan/)
states that all new construction projects and building additions in excess of $10M construction cost shall meet LEED®-Silver certification requirements.
Taken together, do the plan(s) reported above include measurable sustainability objectives that address Energy?:
A list or sample of the measurable sustainability objectives that address Energy and the published plans in which each objective is included:
The AEC Sustainability Master Plan (http://umaec.umich.edu/sustainability/master-plan/) specifies global requirements for energy conservation designs and lists mandatory energy conservation measures that must be done on all projects.
Taken together, do the plan(s) reported above include measurable sustainability objectives that address Food & Dining?:
A list or sample of the measurable sustainability objectives that address Food & Dining and the published plans in which each objective is included:
Purchase 20% of U-M food in accordance with U-M Sustainable Food Purchasing Guidelines by 2025.
http://sustainability.umich.edu/ocs/goals/food
Taken together, do the plan(s) reported above include measurable sustainability objectives that address Grounds?:
A list or sample of the measurable sustainability objectives that address Grounds and the published plans in which each objective is included:
Will reduce the volume of land management chemicals by 40% below 2006 baseline by 2025.
Taken together, do the plan(s) reported above include measurable sustainability objectives that address Purchasing?:
A list or sample of the measurable sustainability objectives that address Purchasing and the published plans in which each objective is included:
Taken together, do the plan(s) reported above include measurable sustainability objectives that address Transportation?:
A list or sample of the measurable sustainability objectives that address Transportation and the published plans in which each objective is included:
Decrease carbon intensity of passenger trips on U-M transportation options by 30% below 2006 baseline by 2025.
Taken together, do the plan(s) reported above include measurable sustainability objectives that address Waste?:
A list or sample of the measurable sustainability objectives that address Waste and the published plans in which each objective is included:
Reduce waste tonnage to disposal facilities by 40% below 2006 baseline by 2025.
Taken together, do the plan(s) reported above include measurable sustainability objectives that address Water?:
A list or sample of the measurable sustainability objectives that address Water and the published plans in which each objective is included:
Taken together, do the plan(s) reported above include measurable sustainability objectives that address Diversity & Affordability?:
A list or sample of the measurable sustainability objectives that address Diversity & Affordability and the published plans in which each objective is included:
The U-M Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Strategic Plan states the U-M will track metrics that represent important factors in assessing progress toward our goals. We will use these metrics in combination to determine whether specific shifts up or down, or
lack of activity, represent positive outcomes relative to creating a more diverse, equitable and inclusive campus. Such as:
Number of:
º Diversity-related activities and events on
campus and within units
º Diversity, equity and inclusion scholarly
products (publications, collaborations,
courses) produced by faculty and
students
• Reports of harassment, bias, discrimination
incidents (hotline, OIE)
• Demographic diversity of workforce groups
(federal affirmative action designated)
• Demographic diversity by salary
• Student, faculty and staff perceptions of
equal opportunity for success at U-M (climate
survey)
• Student, faculty and staff reports of experiences
of discrimination (climate survey)
• Student, faculty and staff feelings of sense of
belonging and affirmation (climate survey)
Taken together, do the plan(s) reported above include measurable sustainability objectives that address Investment & Finance?:
A list or sample of the measurable sustainability objectives that address Investment & Finance and the published plans in which each objective is included:
Taken together, do the plan(s) reported above include measurable sustainability objectives that address Wellbeing & Work?:
A list or sample of the measurable sustainability objectives that address Wellbeing & Work and the published plans in which each objective is included:
Taken together, do the plan(s) reported above include measurable sustainability objectives that address other areas (e.g. arts and culture or technology)?:
A list or sample of the measurable sustainability objectives that address other areas and the published plans in which each objective is included:
Does the institution have a formal statement in support of sustainability endorsed by its governing body (e.g. a mission statement that specifically includes sustainability and is endorsed by the Board of Trustees)? :
The formal statement in support of sustainability:
The institution’s definition of sustainability (e.g. as included in a published statement or plan):
Is the institution an endorser or signatory of the following?:
| Yes or No | |
| The Earth Charter | --- |
| The Higher Education Sustainability Initiative (HESI) | --- |
| ISCN-GULF Sustainable Campus Charter | --- |
| Second Nature’s Carbon Commitment (formerly known as the ACUPCC), Resilience Commitment, and/or integrated Climate Commitment | --- |
| The Talloires Declaration (TD) | --- |
| UN Global Compact | --- |
| Other multi-dimensional sustainability commitments (please specify below) | --- |
A brief description of the institution’s formal sustainability commitments, including the specific initiatives selected above:
The website URL where information about the programs or initiatives is available:
Additional documentation to support the submission:
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.