Sustainability Initiatives

From waste minimization and energy efficiency to sustainable dining and well-being, 皇冠投注 is committed to creating a healthy and sustainable campus environment. The below list highlights several primary campus efforts, but it’s not exhaustive, as 皇冠投注 is continually making strides toward sustainability in each of these key areas.

Read on to learn about specific sustainability initiatives or take our virtual or in-person Sustainability Walking Tour. 

campus-wide efforts

Explore the specific policies, 决定, 行动, and strategies we use to make a tangible difference in University sustainability practices.

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Recycling, Composting, and Waste

Through policies adopted by 皇冠投注’s Operations/Facilities and Building Services departments, we’re reducing and diverting waste to lower our environmental impact.

How we reduce and manage waste
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Sustainable Transportation

In addition to promoting a walkable campus, we seek to minimize the use of vehicles through bike, 公共汽车, and ride-share programs.

Our sustainable transportation options
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食物 & 餐厅

皇冠投注 is committed to sustainable, local, and ethically-sourced food. Learn more about some of our most notable efforts toward making our campus dining as green as possible.

探索食品 & dining initiatives
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Sustainable Grounds

We’re shifting perspectives on how a college campus should look. From landscaping to habitat protection, we lead by example, starting with our physical location.

Learn about sustainable grounds
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能源 & Green Buildings

皇冠投注 prioritizes building and managing campus infrastructure for reduced energy and environmental impacts. Seven 皇冠投注 buildings have earned Gold certification by the Leadership in 能源 and Environmental Design (LEED), and Silver is the minimum standard for new projects.

皇冠投注’s green buildings standards

幸福

By acknowledging and addressing solastalgia, eco-anxiety, and eco-grief, 皇冠投注 aims to create a resilient and supportive community that collectively works towards a sustainable future.

Resources to support your well-being
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采购

Two of 皇冠投注’s purchasing policies are designed specifically to uphold the University’s commitment to sustainable procurement. Purchases are made with both sustainability and diversity in mind.

皇冠投注’s green purchasing policy
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技术

Through the implementation of new technology strategies, 皇冠投注 is decreasing computing energy use through smart systems management.

Reducing the technology strain

水的利用 & 管理

We’re reducing water consumption and managing stormwater runoff through the installation of water-saving devices, restroom renovations, and a green infrastructure project in partnership with the City of Indianapolis.

Water management efforts
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Responsible Investment

We’re reimagining our investment portfolio for transparency and global impact. In 2023, 皇冠投注 University leadership approved the Responsible Investing Task Force to advise on environmental, 社会, and governance (ESG) issues when making investment 决定.

皇冠投注’s Responsible Investing Task Force