Creating a Sustainable Carolina
Improving our practices requires the efforts of individuals in every field, discipline and organization across campus.
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Buildings & Offices
All new and renovated buildings pursue, at a minimum, LEED Silver and Green Globes certification.
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Community Involvement
Students, faculty, staff, alumni and community members are encouraged to get involved with sustainability efforts across campus.
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Energy
We're consistently working to reduce campus energy consumption and contribution to greenhouse gas emissions.
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Environment
Conservation programs and initiatives help the university in its commitment to preserving the natural environment on campus, across the state and around the world.
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Food
We work diligently with numerous campus, local, state, regional and national stakeholders to create an equitable, environmentally-friendly campus food system.
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Living
Students who want to adopt a sustainable lifestyle at home have options both on and off-campus.
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Transportation
Alternative and public transportation options abound on our pedestrian and bike-friendly campus.
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Waste Management
We work to repurpose and minimize waste of all types and strive toward a zero-waste campus.
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Wellness
We promote wellness across campus as a way to live more mindfully, paying attention to how we treat ourselves and our environment.
Our Commitment to a Conscientious Campus
Supporting Local, Small and Non-Profit Businesses
By encouraging purchasing from small and local businesses, UofSC is driving economic
growth through our collective green purchasing power.