What should we be doing?

Sustainability Committee

Proposed Actions for Sustainability Committee
and Current Practices

The committee on sustainability shall be concerned with the College’s impact on the local, regional, and global environment. It shall:

  • Develop a common message for the campus on the definition of and the importance of sustainability.

  • Identify areas of the campus where sustainable practices are utilized and or/part of the academic program, curriculum and student programming.

  • Identify areas of the campus where sustainable practices could be implemented including: a) construction b) transportation c) materials and energy use d) purchasing.

  • Identify areas of the campus buildings and grounds where sustainable practices could be implemented.

  • Develop a communication plan to keep the College community aware and involved in sustainable practices.

  • Maintain connection with LVAIC Sustainable Campus Committee and participate in joint efforts.

  • Recommend priorities to maintain current and implement new sustainable efforts.

Questions or comments for the committee should be sent to sustain@cedarcrest.edu

Sub-Committees and Contact Information

Interested in helping a sub-committee with a project? Click on the chairperson's name to send an email.

Recycling/Transportation

Chair: Roxxi Shupp

Sustainable Aspects of Food Services

Chair: Rachel Edgar

Energy

Chair: Joe Hartner