Overall Rating Bronze - expired
Overall Score 36.77
Liaison Ashley Woolman
Submission Date Feb. 16, 2016
Executive Letter Download

STARS v2.0

Western Colorado University
EN-14: Participation in Public Policy

Status Score Responsible Party
Complete 2.00 / 2.00 Julie Feier
CFO
Finance & Administration
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Does the institution advocate for national, state/provincial, or local public policies that support campus sustainability or that otherwise advance sustainability?:
Yes

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A brief description of how the institution engages in public policy advocacy for sustainability, including the issues, legislation, and ordinances for or against which the institution has advocated:
Advocate with the city and with Gunnison County Electric - both energy providers - to increase renewable energy portfolio in the Gunnison Valley. CFO, faculty & staff serve on boards, some of which advocate for public lands/open space, transit, renewable, energy, social/environmental/economic prosperity.

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A brief description of other political positions the institution has taken during the previous three years:
House Bill 1319 and Senate Bill 54 regarding greater accessibility to higher education for diverse populations.

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A brief description of political donations the institution made during the previous three years (if applicable):
N/A

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The website URL where information about the institution’s advocacy efforts is available:
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