The progressive spirit of the Occidental community has laid solid foundations for sustainability, on campus and beyond. Many of our initiatives are student-led.
Some of our accomplishments include:
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Signing the Second Nature President's Climate Leadership Pledge, committing to establish data-driven climate action targets and a roadmap for reaching them.
- Building the 1-megawatt hillside solar array
- Installing 10 Level II electric vehicle charging stations
- Initiating the Bike Share Program
- Campus Dining鈥檚 commitment to the Real Food Challenge
- FEAST Organic Garden, a student-run community garden
- Composting food waste at all campus dining facilities
- Renovating Swan Hall to meet LEED Gold certification
- Establishing the Renewable Energy and Sustainability Fund
- Managing the Occidental Sustainability Investment Fund
There are always new ways to further sustainability efforts at 葫芦影业. Ideas from students, faculty, and staff鈥攖ogether with supportive teamwork across our community鈥攄rive the growth of sustainability on our campus. We look forward to hearing your ideas!
