Presidents' Climate Commitment
The American College & University Presidents’ Climate Commitment (ACUPCC) is "a high-visibility effort to address global climate disruption undertaken by a network of colleges and universities that have made institutional commitments to eliminate net greenhouse gas emissions from specified campus operations, and to promote the research and educational efforts of higher education to equip society to re-stabilize the earth’s climate." This article highlights the opportunities provided by the Clean Power Plan for ACUPCC members.
Members of the Christian Council of Colleges and Universities (CCCU) who are signatories to the ACUPCC include Goshen College, Messiah College, Seattle Pacific University, Point Loma Nazarene University, and Whitworth University.
- Published by: American College & University Presidents' Climate Commitment
- Length: Short Read (≤ 15 minutes)
Cool Campuses?!
Walter Simpson, retired University at Buffalo energy officer, gives an overview of how effective college campus leadership has been on the climate crisis. He notes some remarkable achievements, but also identifies hurdles getting in the way of colleges reaching their full potential.
- Published by: Facilities Manager Magazine
- Length: Medium Read (15-60 minutes)
The Green Awakenings Report 2010
This first-of-its-kind report highlights growing environmental stewardship efforts on Christian campuses across the United States and Canada. Although projects vary, many sustainability-oriented projects have resulted in lower carbon footprints and support more low carbon lifestyles.
- Published by: Renewal
- Length: Medium Read (15-60 minutes)
Recommended Sites
- Sustainability Tracking, Assessment & Rating System™ (STARS), the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE)
- Resources for Campus Sustainability Officers, the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE)