| Overall Rating | Silver - expired |
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| Overall Score | 52.28 |
| Liaison | Stephen Ellis |
| Submission Date | Nov. 25, 2014 |
| Executive Letter | Download |
Boston University
IN-1: Innovation 1
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
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1.00 / 1.00 |
Dennis
Carlberg Associate Vice President for Sustainability BU Sustainability |
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Title or keywords related to the innovative policy, practice, program, or outcome:
Venice Environmental Studies Program
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A brief description of the innovative policy, practice, program, or outcome :
The City of Venice, Italy is a frequently cited example in heated debates about the impact of climate change; through two complementary courses this study abroad program introduces the main processes driving change in the Venice lagoon and examines the challenges faced by the international community in developing and implementing policies to address the potential impacts of this change. The dual focus of the program examines both the scientific underpinnings of climate change and sea level rise, and their effects on the economy and society. The program explores what types of policies are likely to be effective in addressing the impact of climate change, both on humans and on the environment. The curriculum uses the history of the Venice lagoon, as well as its more recent modifications, to illustrate the issues connected with human-driven changes in coastal bays and estuaries, sea level rise, and natural environmental dynamics.
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A brief description of any positive measurable outcomes associated with the innovation (if not reported above):
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A letter of affirmation from an individual with relevant expertise:
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Which of the following STARS subcategories does the innovation most closely relate to? (Select all that apply up to a maximum of 5):
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| Curriculum | Yes |
| Research | No |
| Campus Engagement | No |
| Public Engagement | Yes |
| Air & Climate | Yes |
| Buildings | No |
| Dining Services | No |
| Energy | No |
| Grounds | No |
| Purchasing | No |
| Transportation | No |
| Waste | No |
| Water | No |
| Coordination, Planning & Governance | No |
| Diversity & Affordability | No |
| Health, Wellbeing & Work | No |
| Investment | No |
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Other topic(s) that the innovation relates to that are not listed above:
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The website URL where information about the innovation is available :
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