| Overall Rating | Silver - expired |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 61.30 |
| Liaison | Scott Morgan |
| Submission Date | Aug. 30, 2019 |
| Executive Letter | Download |
Evergreen State College, The
EN-4: Outreach Materials and Publications
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
|
2.00 / 2.00 |
Sam
Alfieri Sustainability Analyst Office of Sustainability |
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Central Sustainability Website
Yes
A brief description of the central sustainability website (optional):
The Office of Sustainability site includes background on current infrastructure, sustainability initiatives and projects, campus goals, and the College’s Climate Action Plan, Curriculum and community connections.
The website URL for the central sustainability website:
Sustainability Newsletter
No
None
A brief description of the sustainability newsletter:
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None
The website URL for the sustainability newsletter:
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Social Media Platforms
Yes
A brief description of the social media platforms that focus on sustainability:
Facebook pages for Evergreen’s Office of Sustainability, Permaculture club, Bike Shop, and Organic Farm.
https://www.facebook.com/EvergreenStatePermaculture?fref=ts
https://www.facebook.com/theevergreenbikeshop/
https://www.facebook.com/EvergreenOrganicFarm/
The website URL of the primary social media platform focused on sustainability:
Student Newspaper Coverage
No
A brief description of the regular coverage of sustainability in the main student newspaper:
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The website URL for regular coverage of sustainability in the main student newspaper:
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Student Research Publication
No
A brief description of the vehicle to publish and disseminate student research on sustainability:
N/A
None
The website URL for the vehicle to publish and disseminate student research on sustainability:
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Green Building Signage
Yes
None
A brief description of building signage that highlights green building features :
Our LEED Gold buildings, Seminar II, as well as our newly renovated College Activities Building both have informational signage relating details of building construction and design that contributed to energy and water conservation and control of storm water runoff.
None
The website URL for building signage that highlights green building features :
Sustainable Food Systems Information
Yes
A brief description of the signage and/or brochures that include information about sustainable food systems:
Food service signage provides information on compostable food ware, trayless dining, and local food sources. The student run cafe (The Flaming Eggplant) also posts information on seasonal food choices.
None
The website URL for food service area signage and/or brochures that include information about sustainable food systems:
Sustainable Grounds Signage
Yes
A brief description of the signage on the grounds about sustainable groundskeeping and/or landscaping strategies employed:
Evergreen has a number of different gardens located around campus, including rooftop, medicinal, forest, and basketry gardens, to name a few. Each has a sign describing the garden area, its purpose, and care.
The website URL for the signage on the grounds about sustainable groundskeeping and/or landscaping strategies employed:
Sustainable Walking Map or Tour
Yes
None
A brief description of the sustainability walking map or tour:
Tours focused on sustainability, or discrete aspects such as energy, are available on-demand and often provided to visitors and classes, as well as during orientations.
None
The website URL of the sustainability walking map or tour:
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Guide for Commuters
Yes
A brief description of the guide for commuters about how to use more sustainable methods of transportation:
Our commute trip program maintains a web site on alternative commuting options, as does our Office of Sustainability. We also have a large kiosk display with details for long-distance commuting throughout the Puget Sound region available at the college's primary bus stop.
The website URL for the guide for commuters about how to use more sustainable methods of transportation:
Materials for Cyclists and Pedestrians
Yes
None
A brief description of the navigation and educational tools for bicyclists and pedestrians:
Evergreen provides local bicycle route maps, commuter lockers, external repair stations, and other services for bicyclists on campus. The Evergreen Bike Shop also serves as a bicycle resource center, volunteer run since 1977, dedicated to making cycling accessible and practical to everyone in the greater Olympia area.
None
The website URL for navigation and educational tools for bicyclists and pedestrians:
Green Living Guide
Yes
None
A brief description of the guide for green living and incorporating sustainability into the residential experience:
Residence and Dining provides information about how to use sustainability infrastructure in on-campus residences, including composting and recycling, community gardens, green infrastructure, transportation, water, and a free store. "Greener Tips" provide suggestions for how to improving personal sustainability measures.
None
The website URL for the guide for green living and incorporating sustainability into the residential experience:
Other Outreach Materials
No
A brief description of these materials or publications:
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The website URL for these materials or publications:
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