| Overall Rating | Silver - expired |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 53.32 |
| Liaison | Andrea Trimble |
| Submission Date | Feb. 15, 2012 |
| Executive Letter | Download |
University of Virginia
ER-4: Sustainability Outreach and Publications
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
|
4.00 / 4.00 |
Nina
Morris Sustainability Outreach Coordinator Energy & Utilities |
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 that consolidates information about the institution's sustainability efforts:
The sustainability website is a portal intended to assist the University community and others to visualize how U.Va. demonstrates its leadership in sustainability. The website covers all aspects of sustainability, from academics and research, LEED buildings, green cleaning, recycling as well as up to date news and events. It is directed by the Committee on Sustainability's Outreach subcommittee and synthesizes all of the various elements of sustainability.
The website URL for the central sustainability website that consolidates information about the institution's sustainability efforts:
Does the institution have a sustainability newsletter?:
A brief description of the sustainability newsletter:
Sustainaunity's newsletter covers all news and events related to sustainability and is available to all members of the community.
The website URL for the sustainability newsletter:
Does the institution have 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 Global Sustainability course is an interdisciplinary project-based course that forms the foundation of the University's Global Sustainability Minor. Students, working in teams, research and develop project proposals to advance sustainability. Past course projects are documented on the Global Sustainability course webpage.
The Student Sustainability Project Competition is an annual poster competition that showcases student-led sustainability projects and research. The competition, first offered in 2009 and held annually during earth week, offers the opportunity to showcase student work and connect students from across Grounds on topics of shared interest. Student posters are available at:
http://www.virginia.edu/architectoffice/susEvents.html
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 :
Energy kiosks are available for Newcomb Hall and Campbell Hall.
The website URL for building signage that highlights green building features :
Does the institution have food service area signage and/or brochures that include information about sustainable food systems?:
A brief description of food service area signage and/or brochures that include information about sustainable food systems:
The sustainable bulls eye is posted in dining halls as well as many other signs such as how to recycle a disposable to go cup and local food signage.
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 grounds-keeping strategies employed?:
A brief description of signage on the grounds about sustainable grounds-keeping strategies employed:
The website URL for signage on the grounds about sustainable grounds-keeping strategies employed:
Does the institution have 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 have a guide for commuters about how to use alternative methods of transportation?:
A brief description of the guide for commuters about how to use alternative methods of transportation:
The UVA Department of Parking and Transportation offers a web guide to the full suite of Transportation Demand Management programs offered by UVA. The website organizes TDM programs into three categories: Be Active - Bicycling and Walking Programs, Be Driven - Public Transportation Programs, and Be Involved - Ride Sharing programs.
The website URL for the guide for commuters about how to use alternative methods of transportation:
Does the institution have a guide for green living and incorporating sustainability into the residential experience?:
A brief description of the guide for green living and incorporating sustainability into the residential experience:
The guide covers recycling, water, energy and waste reduction tips as well as tips for having a green move in and website addresses for how to get involved with sustainability.
The website URL for the guide for green living and incorporating sustainability into the residential experience:
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 regular coverage of sustainability in the main student newspaper, either through a regular column or a reporter assigned to the sustainability beat:
UVA's student newspaper, the Cavalier Daily, frequently covers sustainability topics but does not have a column or reporter assigned to the sustainability beat.
The website URL for regular coverage of sustainability in the main student newspaper, either through a regular column or a reporter assigned to the sustainability beat:
Does the institution produce another sustainability publication or outreach material not covered above? (1st material):
A brief description of this material:
UVa Sustainability has a list serve with over 800 subscribers to share information on green events, news and research.
The website URL for this material:
Does the institution produce another sustainability publication or outreach material not covered above? (2nd material):
A brief description of this material:
"UVa Today" is a daily e-newspaper produced by the University of Virginia and distributed to faculty, staff, and students via the UVA website and a daily email. UVA writer Matt Kelly is assigned to cover the sustainability beat and reports regularly on sustainability topics at UVA. Articles are marked with the "Environmental/Sustainability" tag which helps readers quickly find articles pertaining to UVA's activities.
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Does the institution produce another sustainability publication or outreach material not covered above? (3rd material):
A brief description of this material:
The 2011 UVA Sustainability Assessment, which follows the original 2006 UVA Sustainability Assessment, provides a comprehensive inventory of the University's progress towards sustainability in the last five years. The Assessment is organized into three broad categories: Governance & Culture, Academics & Learning, and Management Centers, which are further divided into seven focus areas: Land Use, Built Environment, Transportation, Dining, Energy & Carbon, Water, and Waste & Recycling.
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Does the institution produce another sustainability publication or outreach material not covered above? (4th material):
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Does the institution produce another sustainability publication or outreach material not covered above? (5th material):
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Does the institution produce another sustainability publication or outreach material not covered above? (6th material):
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Does the institution produce another sustainability publication or outreach material not covered above? (7th material):
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Does the institution produce another sustainability publication or outreach material not covered above? (8th material):
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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.