Binghamton University
EN-4: Outreach Materials and Publications

Our sustainability website provides links to various campus initiatives, academic offerings, research projects, and student organizations to allow quick search of all sustainability related topics. It is currently undergoing update to incorporate new interactive features.

Instead of sending out newletters, all our sustainability news and events are posted on the following website: http://www.binghamton.edu/sustainability/news-and-events.html

The University maintains a blog on the Living Building project.

A website containing information on research activities related to sustainability topics.

All new buildings constructed after 2004 are LEED certified or pending LEED certification. Our new Engineering & Science building has a kiosk display at the entrance to showcase green building features such as solar panels, high efficiency data center, daylight harvesting, geothermal, and a green roof. Additional information can be found on websites below: http://www.binghamton.edu/sustainability/campus-initiatives/buildings.html http://www.binghamton.edu/inside/index.php/inside/story/binghamton-universitys-engineering-and-science-building-earns-leed-platinum

All on campus dining facilities are provided recycling receptacles. With the help of our food service provider and student run collection program, all kitchens participate in pre and post consumer waste composting efforts. Additional information can be found here: http://www.binghamton.edu/sustainability/campus-initiatives/food-and-dining.html https://binghamton.sodexomyway.com/planet/local.html

Signage is not posted on the grounds but the ground-keeping practices on campus have to be approved by the Committee for University Environment (C.U.E.) including use of pesticides, mowing areas, and selection of planted species. Our sustainability website also contains up to date information on efforts to maintain and preserve university owned properties in their natural state.

Binghamton University is committed to maintain a 182-acre Nature Preserve area solely for recreational and sustainability research purposes. Walking tours are offered year-round for all community members on and off campus.

Binghamton University Bike Share. Binghamton University Bike Share (BUBS) is a free, bike-sharing service for the Binghamton University community. Our program aims to help to reduce carbon emissions, alleviate traffic congestion and promote a healthy, active lifestyle. Bike maintenance assistance is also provided by this student organization. Off Campus College Transport (OCCT). Binghamton University’s student-operated OCCT buses provide transportation for University students and community members to and from both campuses as well as other destinations throughout Greater Binghamton. These blue buses log in more than 500 hours of service each week. Students, faculty, & staff can ride, with a valid Binghamton University ID, on both OCC Transport and Broome County Transit at no cost to them. Both bus systems are equipped with bike racks on the front of the buses. Designated Preferred Parking Spaces. Binghamton University offers designated preferred parking spaces for those driving qualified, fuel-efficient vehicles as well as those who carpool. There are two car pool options available - ENACTUS Carpooling Initiative which is a student organization that coordinates carpooling as part of their sustainability mission, and Broome Tioga RideShare. ENACTUS Carpooling Initiative. Those who register with ENACTUS are given a pass to park in a lot as long as three people are in the car - thereby reducing the carbon footprint of two other cars that would have been in use that day. Broome Tioga Rideshare. Binghamton University also offers the option to carpool via the Broome Tioga Rideshare program, a FREE Internet-based rideshare matching service sponsored by the Binghamton Metropolitan Transportation Study. Broome-Tioga Rideshare helps you find carpool partners by searching for others who live near you and have similar schedules and lifestyle preferences. Participates in a car sharing program, such as a commercial car-sharing program, one administered by the institution, or one administered by a regional organization Zipcar. Zipcar car-sharing service for students, faculty and staff features 3 new vehicles drivers 18+ can rent for low, by-the-hour or by-the-day rates. Cars are located on campus for easy access. Binghamton University offers one or more Level 2 or Level 3 electric vehicle recharging stations that are accessible to student and employee commuters Charging Stations. Electric vehicle charging stations are located in the parking garage which is accessible to student and employee commuters.

Binghamton University works closely with local municipalities to promote biking and walking by improving safety and traffic accommodation for bikers and pedestrians in Broome County. Many sources are available on the website below.

Our newest residential halls in East Campus Housing were designed and constructed to meet LEED Gold certification level. Each building houses 350 to 450 students and features high energy efficient lighting systems and HVAC equipment. Building construction also incorporates many local and reused materials. Dickinson Community's Signature Theme - Sustainability In Fall 2015 Dickinson Community continues its multi-year educational program on Sustainability, the balance between economic development, social equity and environmental management. Organized by a student panel, this program will include guest lectures by experts from campus and the community, field trips to community organizations and facilities, opportunities for community service activities, participation in community gardening, demonstration projects on alternative energy sources, etc.

News updates are available on our sustainability website