Overall Rating Silver
Overall Score 62.26
Liaison Sean MacInnes
Submission Date Feb. 14, 2022

STARS v2.2

University of North Carolina, Greensboro
EN-4: Outreach Materials and Publications

Status Score Responsible Party
Complete 2.00 / 2.00 Sean MacInnes
Sustainability Specialist
Office of Sustainability
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Central sustainability website 

Does the institution have a central sustainability website that consolidates information about the institution’s sustainability efforts?:
Yes

Website URL for the central sustainability website:
https://sustainability.uncg.edu/

Sustainability newsletter or social media platform

Does the institution have a sustainability newsletter or social media platform that focuses specifically on campus sustainability?:
Yes

A brief description of the sustainability newsletter or social media platform:
The Office of Sustainability uses Mailchimp to send a bi-weekly newsletter about sustainability related events and opportunities on campus.

Signage

Does the institution have signage that highlights sustainability features on campus?:
Yes

A brief description of the signage that highlights sustainability features on campus:
All LEED Certified buildings have plaques and there are recycling guides on several recycling bins and in collection areas within dorms. The Office of Sustainability uses two TV displays to play informational slides and videos outside of its office, which is in the lobby of the main dining facility.

Sustainability map or tour

Does the institution provide a sustainability walking map or tour?:
Yes

A brief description of the sustainability walking map or tour:
The Office of Sustainability created a Google Map to highlight sustainability sites on campus. It is accessible via the UNCG Mobile App. https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/1/edit?mid=1Sp5idCwOH_B1LfI7Ysmg6fXzyAnIGLac&usp=sharing

Green living guide 

Does the institution produce a guide for green living and/or incorporating sustainability into the residential experience?:
Yes

A brief description of the guide for green living and/or incorporating sustainability into the residential experience:
The UNCG voluntary Green Room program has a simple checklist of sustainable practices. The Office of Sustainability also created a Sustainable Living Guide for all students: https://sustainability.uncg.edu/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/UNCGreensboro_OS_Single-Page-Layout_Sustainability-Brochure-Web-Links-FY22.pdf

Optional Fields

A brief description of other comprehensive sustainability outreach materials and publications not covered above:
In the Fall of 2019, the Office of Sustainability partnered with University Communications to develop a one-stop shop for all thing sustainability related on campus via a new mobile app for the university that also includes links for students to access academic resources, transportation information, and more!

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