We work to integrate sustainability into Western's culture, academics and student life while utilizing student energies for realization of sustainability initiatives.
We provide a liaison to sustainability initiatives on campuses regionally and nationally, and build connections between Western and the greater Bellingham community.
Our goals for Western include the following:
To develop a unified set of sustainability metrics and indicators with the purpose of building awareness and understanding on campus.
To conduct a baseline assessment of present efforts at Western.
To create a vision and strategic plan that outlines steps needed for Western to lead in sustainable practices using our natural, financial and human resources.
To advise on effective step-by-step implementation so our respective academic programs and operations can become leaders by example through their efforts.
Student Volunteers Needed! By volunteering for the Conference, you will receive a complimentary ticket to the event, the opportunity to attend educational sessions, lunch, and the opportunity to network with other green building professionals.
The effects of climate change on oysters, the way microplastics are impacting sea creatures and the biochemistry of the seafloor at Bellingham Bay are all projects being researched now at Western Washington University’s Shannon Point Marine Center.
The effects of climate change on oysters, the way microplastics are impacting sea creatures and the biochemistry of the seafloor at Bellingham Bay are all projects being researched now at Western Washington University’s Shannon Point Marine Center.
Western strives to be a sustainability leader in academics, operations, and student life.
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