Overall Rating Silver - expired
Overall Score 59.33
Liaison Olivia Shehan
Submission Date May 31, 2012
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Wellesley College
OP-T2-19: Native Plants

Status Score Responsible Party
Complete 0.25 / 0.25 Patrick Willoughby
Sustainability Director
Facilities
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Does the institution prioritize the use of native plant species in landscaping?:
Yes

A brief description of the native plant program, policy, or practice:

Yes. The Wellesley College landscape is transitioning into a more naturalistic landscape which is more sustainable. This prioritizes native plants while increasing wildlife habitat This also decreases the use of pesticides, irrigation, and fossil fueled equipment.


The website URL where information about the program, policy, or practice is available:
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Data source(s) and notes about the submission:
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