| Overall Rating | Gold - expired |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 72.62 |
| Liaison | Lisa Kilgore |
| Submission Date | March 7, 2014 |
| Executive Letter | Download |
Cornell University
OP-T2-47: Xeriscaping
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
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0.25 / 0.25 |
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Does the institution use xeriscape landscaping techniques, including the selection of drought tolerant plants?:
Yes
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A brief description of the program or practice:
Green Roofs were designed utilizing xeriscape landscaping techniques. Current data has .9 acre of xeriscape on the endowed side, .5 acre on the statutory side and ~1.2 from campus life. Various varieties of Sedum populate the majority. Only key athletic fields and a couple high profile lawn areas are permitted to use irrigation.
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The website URL where information about the program or practice is available:
Data source(s) and notes about the submission:
Additional information on the broader 'naturalization' initiative that involves landscape planning to introduce native plants, and reduce the need for watering and mowing can be found here:
Current 'Campus Naturalization Zone' signage
http://fm.fs.cornell.edu/file/campusnaturalization.pdf
2009 Naturalization Team Report
http://fm.fs.cornell.edu/file/Naturalization%20Action%20Team%20report%20outline.pdf
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