Live Green!

Initiative
Tyler Havel

Discussion Topics
History

Mission

Statement Purpose & Goals ISU Mission Statement & Land-Grant Status Getting Involved Conclusion

History
Established

in 2008 in since 1858:

President Geoffrey
Lower Power Plant emissions 1970s Recycling for over 15 years Reuse through Surplus for 25y Decade of Green Cleaning Incorporate green buildings & alt. transportation

Participated

Mission Statement
Encouraging all faculty, staff, and students to be fully committed to and engaged in making our campus, its operations, and initiatives as green as possible.

Purpose & Goals

Be

a leader in sustainability

Recognize

involvement & dedication of every member of ISU community is critical the four pillars

Created

Four Pillars
1)

Presidents advisory committee on Energy Conservation and Global Climate Change 2)Living Green! Revolving Loan Fund 3)Hiring a Sustainability Director 4) Sustainability Symposium for all university staff, faculty, and students

Ties to ISU Mission Statement

Provides

a positive environment for students to learn & grow Attracts new students Provides a place for relaxation

Ties to Land-Grant Institution

Shares

knowledge of preserving nature & living green throughout campus and the community Helps ISU keep its status as one of the top in the country

Its Easy to Get Involved

Throw

trash away in the Live Green bins around campus Turn off the lights Unplug phone chargers Join volunteer organizations

Conclusion
Work to implement core environmental practices throughout the curriculum , campus operations, and construction projects.