Where we want to go— vision and goals CWU has a strong foundation of sustainability initiatives and leadership. Developing a coordinating approach to carbon reduction will mean connecting isolated initiatives with a broader, comprehensive program. University-wide sustainability will build upon and enrich existing initiatives, drive down CWU’s carbon footprint, and achieve the AASHE STARS Gold certification within five years. This vision will require cross-division collaboration and commitment, buy-in from employees and students, and a shared prioritization of initiatives. How we get there— intentions for the coming months In order to achieve this ambitious vision, we intend to use the coming months to: 1. Create a definition of sustainability to guide and direct CWU’s sustainability work, beyond carbon reduction. 2. Develop a comprehensive outreach and communication plan to elevate campus carbon- reduction initiatives, reach prospective students, and engage the university communities. 3. Launch a strategic planning process to develop comprehensive goals, metrics, and benchmarks for measuring progress. The aim is to create bold goals and a comprehensive vision that will unite the university and local communities as we create a cleaner, safer and more healthful campus. The primary focus is the reduction of our overall carbon footprint and also to equip students with the skills and knowledge to address today’s complex global challenges. Doing so will position CWU as a leader in integrating sustainability into operations, administration, and teaching.
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Approved for submittal to the Board:
Andreas Bohman VP Operations
James L. Gaudino President
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