The Seven Dimensions of Sustainability
| Dimensions | Indicators of Sustainability | Activities |
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Institutional Mission, Structure & Planning |
Formal written statements of mission and purpose reflect a commitment to sustainability Positions, committees, etc. exist which reinforce sustainability Sustainability and environmental issues given broad visibility on campus |
Institutional Learning Outcomes RSIC Committee Sustainability Website Sustainability Policy |
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Faculty & Staff Development & Rewards |
Hiring, tenure and promotion recognize faculty contributions to sustainability Faculty and staff development opportunities enhance environmental awareness and sustainability |
AACC SEED Center Mentor Institution All College Day Event– Fall 2014 |
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Student Opportunities |
Orientation and opportunities for student action and involvement in sustainability initiatives Exposure to environmental of sustainability-related careers |
Campus as Living Laboratory for Sustainability LEED Green Associates Program Sustainable Student Transportation |
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Curriculum |
Courses with sustainability content in all departments Sustainability part of traditional disciplinary education Institution’s relationship to surrounding environment part of formal and informal education |
Degree and Certificate Programs Renewable Energy & STEM Center |
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Operations |
Environmental and sustainable practices (such as energy conservation and waste reduction) Operations integrated into education and research |
LIPA CSI-FIT II Behavior Based Energy Performance Contract Waste management - Covanta EV Charging Stations Green Roof Projects Small Wind Campus Fleets |
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Community Outreach & Service |
Projects and programs support sustainable local communities Partnerships for sustainability with K-12, business, government and other institutions at regional, national and international levels |
Building OS Sustainable Southampton Committee Startup NY K-12 Orientation at Renewable Energy & STEM Center International Green Skills Network |
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Research & Scholarship |
Research and scholarship on sustainability-related topics/issues Interdisciplinary programs/structures for research and policy development |
