The document discusses the origins and ongoing sustainability initiatives of the University of South Florida (USF). It states that USF first began adopting sustainability practices in the 1980s through initiatives like replacing light bulbs and creating a campus recycling program. USF then continued these efforts and officially cited sustainability goals in its 1995 campus master plan. More recently, USF established an Office of Sustainability in 2009 to oversee its sustainability programs and signed a climate commitment pledge in 2008 to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The document goes on to discuss USF's climate action plan which outlines the goal of achieving climate neutrality through various campus initiatives and clubs focused on sustainability.
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The document discusses the origins and ongoing sustainability initiatives of the University of South Florida (USF). It states that USF first began adopting sustainability practices in the 1980s through initiatives like replacing light bulbs and creating a campus recycling program. USF then continued these efforts and officially cited sustainability goals in its 1995 campus master plan. More recently, USF established an Office of Sustainability in 2009 to oversee its sustainability programs and signed a climate commitment pledge in 2008 to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The document goes on to discuss USF's climate action plan which outlines the goal of achieving climate neutrality through various campus initiatives and clubs focused on sustainability.
The document discusses the origins and ongoing sustainability initiatives of the University of South Florida (USF). It states that USF first began adopting sustainability practices in the 1980s through initiatives like replacing light bulbs and creating a campus recycling program. USF then continued these efforts and officially cited sustainability goals in its 1995 campus master plan. More recently, USF established an Office of Sustainability in 2009 to oversee its sustainability programs and signed a climate commitment pledge in 2008 to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The document goes on to discuss USF's climate action plan which outlines the goal of achieving climate neutrality through various campus initiatives and clubs focused on sustainability.
first adopt sustainability initiatives, and how have those practices been continued through today?
The University of South Florida has made their desire to adopt the going green movement to their University quite apparent. Students may take note of this as they pay the green energy fund component of their Tuition bills, but not all fully understand where exactly that money goes to. In reality, the green energy fund collected in each student paycheck is part of a grand goal, the goal of the University of South Florida to eventually become climate neutral. Many different clubs, activities, and even a new school have become active within the University of South Florida, all of which aid the university in its sustainability programs, helping to eventually achieve climate neutrality.
Compilators: Michael Stepanski Maggie McClosky Lauren Singer
Enc 3250 Professor F. Tobienne
June 18, 2014 2
Table of Contents Introduction ................................................................................................................................................. 3 The Origins of USFs Green Movement ................................................................................................... 4 Climate Action Plan- Outlining the Main Goals of the Universitys Green Movements ..................... 5 Ongoing Movements within the University .............................................................................................. 6 Students of the School of Global Sustainability learn by doing ............................................................... 6 A Variety of Clubs Ensures Students of all Interests are Involved in the Green Movement .................... 7 News of Current Events Highlight USFs Ongoing Initiatives ................................................................. 7 Understanding the Status of USFs Green Movement Relative to Others ............................................. 8 Awards Demonstrate the Universitys Sustainability Achievements ....................................................... 8 Comparisons to Other Universities Highlight USFs Strengths and Weaknesses .................................... 8 UCF vs USF .......................................................................................................................................... 9 FSU vs USF .......................................................................................................................................... 9 FAU vs USF ........................................................................................................................................ 10 Global Comparisons to Other Nations Reveal Similarities to USF ........................................................ 10 The United Kingdom .......................................................................................................................... 10 Center for Sustainability in Shanghai ................................................................................................. 11 Comparisons Conclusion ........................................................................................................................ 11 Conclusion ................................................................................................................................................. 12 Glossary of Terms ..................................................................................................................................... 13 Annotated Bibliography ........................................................................................................................... 14 Works Cited ............................................................................................................................................... 16
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Introduction
The following report addresses four main parts of the USFs movement to go green. These components are the: the history of the green movement; the overarching goals of the green movement as cited by the Climate Action Plan; actions and initiatives designed to achieve the stated goals; and, finally, both regional and international comparisons of external sustainability practices, both of which help to better understand the strength of USFs green movement. First, in order to develop a better understanding of the movement in general, we examine the history of USFs sustainability initiatives. This is done by looking at the first efforts to improve sustainability that occurred within the University. We also acknowledge the first time the University demonstrated a desire to improve sustainability in an official format by publishing such goals in its Master Plan. Finally, we see how the University turned its sustainability initiatives from passing efforts into overarching commitments of the University as it establishes an official office to oversee such efforts and signs a document recognizing its dedication to achieving climate neutrality.
After examining the history of the University, we gain an appreciation of its dedication to achieving its sustainability goals. With this in mind, we can more easily accept the goals the University outlines in its Climate Action Plan. This incredibly important plan outlines the central goal of the University of South Floridas sustainability initiatives- that is, to achieve climate neutrality. The definition of climate neutrality is further discussed in the appropriate section, as well as the specific strategies the University claims to employ in order to achieve this lofty goal. Knowing this main goal of the University, we then examine the many actions the University employs to achieve such goals. Appearing in our discussion are clubs dedicated to the going green movement, a school entirely devoted to teaching students about sustainability, and descriptions of current events occurring within the University which demonstrate its commitment to going green. Finally, our white paper ends with a section comparing USFs sustainability initiatives with those of local Universities and the systems employed by Universities of foreign nations. This last section puts USFs actions in perspective, allowing us to compare its initiatives with those of others.
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The Origins of USFs Green Movement
While the University of South Florida created the Office of Sustainability in 2009 to oversee its sustainability efforts, the University has participated in sustainability initiatives for nearly two decades now. Some of USFs earliest efforts to going green occurred in the 1980s, when multiple campuses replaced light bulbs with a less energy consuming system of a major central plant chiller. A later initiative was the creation of a campus recycling site in 1990, available to all members of the USF campus. Since that year, increasing the number of recycling bins across the USF campus has been an achievement and continuing goal of the University. While these original initiatives show USFs long lasting dedication to the green movement, the first record of USF officially citing a desire to improve the sustainability of its practices was in the USF Tampa Campus Master Plan in the year 1995. Within this document was one of the Universitys first initiatives, which was directed towards increasing infill development and increasing the density of campus activity. The purpose of such initiatives was to concentrate greater amounts of the USF population within a set area, so as to reduce traffic and utility extensions, prevent further pollution from occurring off-campus, and allow for undeveloped land to remain untouched. In addition to these concentration efforts, the Tampa Campus also created a greenway of about 125- acres for the purpose of linking wildlife habitats and protecting the wildlife themselves. Since these first few initiatives, sustainability goals have been continuously cited as an important need by each of USFs campuses.
As the University of South Florida increased the number of sustainability initiatives it has participated in, it has found the need to create a series of commitments and organizations dedicated to overseeing such initiatives. Initially, in the year 2006, Dr. Linda Whiteford, a professor of Anthropology, was asked to assume a leadership role in regards to identifying specific facets of the University in which sustainability efforts could be improved. As such a leader, Dr. Linda Whiteford, alongside a temporary committee of 30 members of USFs faculty, staff, and students, was able to convince USF president Judy Genshaft to sign on to American College and University Presidents Climate Commitment (ACUPCC) in the year of 2008. This commitment, signed by a number of universities within the United States, is a dedication by the signing university to commit itself to significantly reduce its greenhouse gas emissions. Following the signing of this document, Executive Vice President established the Office of Sustainability for the University of South Florida. This office has been assigned to record and address USFs impact on the climate as well as serve as an overseer of all USFs sustainability programs. The Office of Sustainability continues to create and sustain sustainability programs, and is currently run by Dr. Christian Wells, a doctorate in Anthropology.
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Climate Action Plan- Outlining the Main Goals of the Universitys Green Movements
Recognizing their dedication to reducing greenhouse gases, the University of South Florida composed and signed a Climate Action Plan in 2010. This document outlines the goals of the University in regards to reducing its greenhouse gas emissions and how it plans to achieve such goals. One of the main goals contained within the plan include dated benchmarks for percentage reductions in greenhouse gas emissions. Specifically, the University hopes to achieve the following benchmarks: Interim Milestone Emission-Reduction Target Target Date Baseline 10% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2015 relative to baseline emissions in 2009 20% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2025 relative to baseline emissions in 2009 50% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2040 relative to baseline emissions in 2009 80% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 relative to baseline emissions in 2009
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Graphically, these benchmarks can be represented as follows:
Eventually, the University hopes to be entirely climate neutral by the year 2070. Climate neutrality, as defined within the ACUPCC, consists of not emitting any greenhouse gas emissions at all, or emitting very little and utilizing methods through which the carbon emissions created can be offset. In order to achieve this lofty goal, the University has outlined specific objectives and strategies designed to reduce or offset its emissions. Among these strategies is a stated desire to increase the efficiency of energy use on campus, which they claim to be the main way in which carbon emissions will be reduced through 2015. They also stated plans to increase the efficiency of fuel usage, such as through the use of biodiesel in order to improve MPG. Such reductions related to fuel usage are planned to be more of a focus in the future, as technologies which permit it become more prevalent. In addition to these greenhouse gas mitigation strategies, the Climate Action Plan noted the creation of the School of Global Sustainability, designed to better educate students of the University in regards to necessity and possibility of improving sustainability.
Ongoing Movements within the University
Students of the School of Global Sustainability learn by doing Recognized within the University of South Floridas Climate Action Plan, the School of Global Sustainability offers a diverse collection of courses in various fields including the social sciences, engineering, business, the humanities, arts, and health. The School was created for the 7
purpose of allowing working professionals the opportunity to learn about issues pertaining to climate neutrality and sustainability. Many of the courses are offered through an online setting. Currently, the school is only available to graduate students. A Masters Degree in Global Sustainability is offered to students who hope to obtain a specialized, upper-level knowledge within the field. The school also hosts and funds research in scientific disciplines dedicated to improving sustainability. For instance, one student has the task of designing and manufacturing renewable energy sources such as the cultivation of algae. Another student is currently conducting research on the improvement of urban water management systems. Both student and faculty of the school take their learning beyond the classroom, participating in many local events dedicated to green efforts within the Tampa community. For instance, just recently students and faculty of the school presented at Floridas Energy Workshop, a workshop dedicated to displaying research on renewable energy resources. Research presented by USF faculty covered topics such as producing algae at a reduced cost and obtaining usable biodiesel fuels from waste oils. Apart from this, students within the M.A. program are also assigned the task of encouraging local businesses to go green. As part of their curriculum, students engage with the businesses to help them adopt greener practices, such as identifying ways to reduce plastic waste or improving the opportunity for businesses to recycle. A Variety of Clubs Ensures Students of all Interests are Involved in the Green Movement Beyond the Student Environmental Association and the Student Environmental Awareness Society which focus on providing the USF community with opportunities to volunteer and spread awareness about sustainable efforts and a greener campus, there are several clubs that invites students to support the movement in specific ways. For example, Timmy Global Health, Global Water Brigades, and World Watch take a global perspective on improving the environment by providing solutions for underdeveloped communities in need and becoming aware of sustainability issues beyond the United States. Engineers Without Borders and Student Physicians for Social Responsibility are two organizations that call certain majors to accept their position in improving the environment through developing communities with engineering projects, work to eradicate issues such as global warming and nuclear threats, and advocate social justice with the knowledge their education has provided. Animal House and Wildlife Conservation Club at the University of South Florida focus on animal safety, shelters, and abuse awareness while Whats In The Food and Food Activists Revolutionizing Meals work to address healthier options for students and the environment. Lastly, a couple gardening clubs show concern for environmental issues: The Gardening Club and Botanical Gardens Club- Friends of the Garden. These clubs encourage civic engagement, awareness and improvement by providing volunteer opportunities.
News of Current Events Highlight USFs Ongoing Initiatives Student organizations continue to work daily toward a better world. On Saturday, June 14, 2014 Student Environment Association invited Facebook friends to participate in an environmental 8
project to Stamp Out Caesar Weeds which were taking over Colt Creek State Park. The Facebook group invites all to join in on activities like this, taking steps to create change. Recently, on February 5, 2014 it was reported that, Researchers in the University of South Floridas Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering have been awarded a $2.22 million grant from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to establish a national research center to tackle a dire issue plaguing waterways in Florida and across the country: nutrient pollution from wastewater and stormwater runoff. This grant provides yet another opportunity for experienced USF students, faculty and researchers alike to apply their time and knowledge to the goal of local sustainability (statewide). Beyond an environmental impact, engineering professor James Mihelcic who is taking the lead on this project, stated, The research will benefit the public because poor water quality lowers the economic, social, and environmental value of our Nations waters for current (and future) generations. Current events today produce a brighter tomorrow. Understanding the Status of USFs Green Movement Relative to Others
Awards Demonstrate the Universitys Sustainability Achievements In May 2010, USF received the honor of being included in The Princeton Reviews Guide to 286 Green Colleges. The free guide can be downloaded at www.princetonreview.com/ greenguide and www.usgbc.org/campus. Christian Wells, director of the USF Office of Sustainability said, It is an honor to be singled out for inclusion in the recent Princeton Reviews Guide to Green Colleges, which was prepared in conjunction with the highly respected U.S. Green Building Council. Our inclusion is testament to the hard work and steely dedication of numerous students, staff, faculty, administrators, and alumni over the past few years to make USF a cleaner, greener place to live and work. Comparisons to Other Universities Highlight USFs Strengths and Weaknesses Within the region, universities are responding to pressures to follow the green movement and create more sustainable campuses. Some universities, however, are doing more than simply reacting to the societal demands for green consciousness. One such school is the University of South Florida. By comparing and contrasting USF with other similar schools in the region, we can see that USF truly subscribes to the going green mentality and is taking steps to make a difference.
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UCF vs USF We will first look at The University of Central Florida as compared to The University of South Florida. UCF, whose mission statement for their sustainability effort is, To obtain energy efficient operation of building systems through education, optimization, and verification while providing professional leadership and fostering sustainable growth calls for educational outreach to generate behavior modification; they seem to still be in the first phase of going green while USF is creating and implementing a Climate Action Plan in order to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. UCF is attempting to make their campus more eco friendly by means of education rather than action. USF, on the other hand, is creating and implementing mitigation strategies and action steps in order to enforce the education they also offer. USFs president, Judy Genshaft signed the American College and University Presidents Climate Commitment which requires signatories to complete a greenhouse gas emissions inventory, set target dates and interim milestones for becoming climate neutral, take immediate steps to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, integrate sustainability into curriculum programming, and ensure that all of these efforts are documented and transparent to the public. Through this document, which is annually updated by the USF Office of Sustainability, USF not only monitors its greenhouse gas emissions, but it also sets goals to reduce them while recognizing the ever-changing nature of sustainability.
FSU vs USF Next, we will see the stark differences in Florida State Universitys discourse as compared to The University of South Florida. FSU is taking strides to create a more sustainable campus however, unlike USF, they cease their movement there. The University of South Florida is committed to creating a sustainable campus not only for the betterment of our campus and its students and staff but also for the betterment of our community both local and global. USFs 10
Climate Action plan states that they are committed to making its campus and community a cleaner, greener place to live and work.
FAU vs USF When comparing Florida Atlantic University and The University of South Florida, the differences are incredible. FAU had begun a Green Wave program which instills the ideas of sustainability in its staff members. It supplies a course to professionals so they can work in a green environment. The staff members then audit their work space to determine its level of sustainability. While this is a good start, they make no efforts to include any students or community members in their attempts at sustainability. The University of South Florida recognizes these ideals must be taught to everyone; staff members, students, and the community alike and urges all to educate themselves and make a change so that their goals of a sustainable community may come to fruition.
Global Comparisons to Other Nations Reveal Similarities to USF Discourse on climate change can be heard throughout the world as it is an issue that affects us all. It is paramount to look to other countries to see what steps they are taking to steer ourselves in the right direction.
The United Kingdom Beginning with the United Kingdom, there are three Sustainable University ranking systems in place emphasizing the need for a sustainable university and recognizing those universities which excel in the going green movement. The three systems are The People & Planet Green League, Green Gown Awards, and EcoCampus. The People & Planet Green League focuses on the environmental and ethical performance of universities while the Green Gown Awards recognizes a number of categories from Carbon Reduction to Sustainable Procurement. EcoCampus is unique in that it implements a four step system which recognizes universities who not only formulate a plan to become more sustainable but also implement that plan, operate it, and correct the issue. If a university is to reach the correction phase, they receive an award of platinum. In the following graph we can see the People & Planet Green Leagues top ten universities in 2013. The overall score is a combination of the universitys practices within policy as well as performance. This depicts the importance of the going green movement in other areas than our own. 11
Center for Sustainability in Shanghai In Shanghai, the most populated city in a country that is well known for its smog pollution, The Center for Sustainability was created. It is made up of a combination of business men and women in order to educate students on Chinas sustainable development. Similarly to most of the Florida schools methods, however, The Center surrounds its mission on dialogue and idea sharing rather than action or advocacy. Their website even states that they understand that solutions will not come from environmentalists, architects, engineers, economists and lawmakers alone but from collaboration between all industries pulling together in one direction. While this is a step in the right direction, it is not enough to make a change. USF recognizes this and has created a Climate Action Plan to enforce the principles of sustainability.
Comparisons Conclusion Be it abroad or within our nation, universities are attempting to tackle the environmental problems we face today. Leading the charge, however, is the University of South Florida which has not only created an action strategy but plans to see these ideas come to fruition. USF recognizes the need for education on the subject to all individuals and for all individuals to work in tandem in order for a change to be made on our campus, in our community, and around the globe. Only in this way will environmental discord turn to harmony.
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Conclusion
Overall, the University of South Florida has done an excellent job of improving the sustainability of its campus. An incredible multitude of different clubs and activities dedicated to going green have been occurring within the University for a number of years, and the number appears to keep growing. When comparing USF to other universities of the state, the University of South Florida appeared to adopt their strengths while avoiding their weaknesses. Overall, USF appears to be well set on its initial path to achieving reduced fossil fuel emissions. Yet, the battle is not over yet. Achieving climate neutrality is a daunting task, but if USF continues to aggressively improve its sustainability and steadily decrease its emission of greenhouse gases, the ability to attain climate neutrality may be possible.
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Glossary of Terms American College and University Presidents Climate Commitment (ACUPCC)- an agreement signed by many American universities; each signing university promises to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions, with an ultimate goal of achieving climate neutrality Carbon Reduction-The act of reducing the amount of carbon dioxide in the environment to prevent the Greenhouse Gas Effect Climate Action Plan- a plan created by USF which outlines specific goals in the reduction of its greenhouse gas emissions, deadlines by which these goals will be attained, and strategies to achieve said goals Climate Neutrality- a term describing an institution that does not emit any greenhouse gasses, or utilizes methods to offset the greenhouse gasses it does emit EcoCampus-This is an award program that recognizes universities for environmental management systems and their education programs. Green Gown Awards-These awards recognize universities who take sustainability initiatives. Green Wave program- This program is an educational program designed to promote sustainability in the office work space Greenhouse Gas Emissions-These are any gases that lead to the greenhouse effect which causes a rising level of carbon dioxide and global warming. Office of Sustainability- An official organization within USF created to serve as a central point of reference for all matters pertaining to sustainability; the Office itself also creates many initiatives geared towards producing a sustainable campus environment The People & Planet Green League-The league is a ranking system of UK universities which measures school environmental and ethical performance. School of Global Sustainability- an educational department within the University of South Florida which participates in courses, research, and community involvement in issues related to sustainability Smog Pollution-This is an unhealthy mixture of smoke, fog, and chemical fumes that are incredibly hazardous to inhale. Sustainability-This term refers to the ability of a continuing environmental stability due to something not causing harm to the environment. Sustainable Procurement-This refers to obtaining sustainability for long-term environmental health. Tampa Campus Master Plan- A plan outlining the development of the Tampa component of USFs campus; this includes construction such as the creation of new buildings, monuments, or roadways
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Annotated Bibliography
http://www.sustainable.ucf.edu/about This webpage describes the efforts the University of Central Florida is taking to educate students about greenhouse gas emissions. It lists the organizations mission and vision for the future.
http://sustainablecampus.fsu.edu/About-Us This page offers a brief description of Florida State Universitys sustainability project as well as its mission statement, history, and team members.
http://rs.acupcc.org/site_media/uploads/cap/607-cap.pdf This PDF is the University of South Floridas Climate Action Plan which is a detailed document which outlines the universitys continuing effort to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
http://www.fau.edu/facilities/sustain/green-wave.php This webpage discusses Florida Atlantic Universitys Green Wave program which instills the ideas of sustainability in its staff members. It supplies a course to professionals so they can work in a green environment and describes how the staff members then audit their work space to determine its level of sustainability
http://www.sustainableuni.kk5.org/#/su-rankings/4547096375 This page shows the three Sustainable University ranking systems in place which emphasize the need for a sustainable university and recognize those universities which excel in the going green movement. It lists and explains the three systems which are The People & Planet Green League, Green Gown Awards, and EcoCampus.
http://www.sustainabilityinchina.com/about-us.html The webpage depicts the Center for Sustainability which is made up of a combination of business men and women in order to educate students on Chinas sustainable development. The page shows the companys vision, mission, and their team members.
http://news.usf.edu/article/templates/?a=2295 This is an article from May 2010 that covers the most recent information about USFs green movement. It is mainly about the honor USF received by being included in The Princeton Reviews Guide to 286 Green Colleges. The free guide can be downloaded at www.princetonreview.com/greenguide andwww.usgbc.org/campus. The article also sheds light on several specific ways USF students, faculty, and the greater community work toward a greener environment every day.
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http://scholarcommons.usf.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1090&context=honors_et&sei- redir=1&referer=http%3A%2F%2Fscholar.google.com%2Fscholar%3Fhl%3Den%26q%3Dusf %2Bgoing%2Bgreen%2Bmovement%26btnG%3D%26as_sdt%3D1%252C33%26as_sdtp%3D# search=%22usf%20going%20green%20movement%22 This thesis from Spring 2012 is an example of the efforts of USF, in every aspect, to make the campus a greener place. The thesis states that it will give some insight into ways that USF can continue to simultaneously expand its facilities and promote a green attitude amongst all who participate. This is based on the fact that USF is primarily a research university, and much of our funds go towards labs and facilities to further our research. This thesis gives examples of how to improve the campus even further by improving the research methods.
https://www.facebook.com/seausf Heres the link to the Student Environmental Associations Facebook group. For example, on Saturday, June 14, there was an environmental project opportunity to Stamp Out Caesar Weeds which were taking over Colt Creek State Park. The Facebook group invites all to join in on activities like this, taking steps to create change. http://www.princetonreview.com/green-honor-roll.aspx This article confirms Princetons decision to include USF in the rankings for the greenest universities in the U.S. It also mentions how each year, USF annually hosts the Campus and Community Sustainability Conference and there are 18 groups on campus working toward a greener future!
http://psgs.usf.edu/office-of-sustainability This article provides an overview of the history of all of USFs sustainability initiatives. It discusses the first green programs the University adopted, and then it goes on to highlight the creation of official clubs such as the Office of Sustainability.
http://rs.acupcc.org/cap/607/ This article highlights the official benchmarks USF set in regards to the reduction of its greenhouse gas emissions. It also develops the goals set to achieve these benchmarks.
http://www.usforacle.com/news/view.php/690894/Universitys-new-school-will-be-first-in- This article provides a comprehensive overview of the school of global sustainability, discussing what topics the school will cover and who may enroll within its Masters program.
http://psgs.usf.edu/about_patel_school_of_global_sustainability/ This is a webpage dedicated to informing its readers about the School of Global Sustainability at USF. It links to many articles highlighting activities implemented by faculty and staff of the school. 16
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ACUPCC Reporting System. Climate Action Plan for University of South Florida. 14 May 2010. Document . 16 June 2014.
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Facebook. Student Environmental Association (SEA) at USF. n.d. Document. 16 June 2014.
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Naughton, Colleen. USF Awarded Prestigious EPA National Research Water Center in Nutrient Management. 5 February 2014. Document. 16 June 2014.
The Center for Sustainability. Forming Leaders for Sustainable Development. n.d. Document. 16 June 2014.
The Princeton Review. Green Honor Roll. 2014. Document. 16 June 2014.
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USF Sustainability and Current Efforts Towards Advertising The Environmental Changes Implemented For This Cause With Comparison Between Different USF Campuses and UCF