Current Projects
In an informal poll taken during Community Meeting in November 2004, 100% of those in attendance agreed that our campus was a vehicle or laboratory for working on environmental issues. And, in the spirit of an institution that values hard work and problem solving, the following list includes activities that could become projects for courses, independent projects, Senior Applied Research Projects (SARPs), or for those who just want to be an involved community member. This is an incomplete list as the opportunities are endless. Contact the Sustainability Coordinator for more information on these or any other project ideas.
Campus, Community & Curriculum
General Campus Information
Community Health, Safety, and Well-being
Curriculum
Research and Scholarship
Outreach and Service
Faculty and Staff
Student Opportunities
Resources and Infrastructure
Transportation
Grounds and Landscaping
Water
Energy
Green Building Practices
Purchasing and Business Ties
Food
Procurement Policies
Business Ties
Wastes and Hazards
Solid Waste
Hazardous Substances
Wastewater and Storm Runoff
Pest Control
Air Quality
Workplace Environment
Funding opportunities for student projects:
Bikes Belong Coalition grants
EPA Environmental Education grants
EPA Region One’s Grants and Funding in New England
NWF’s Campus Ecology Fellowships (Anna Heidorn ’02 received a fellowship)
Patagonia Grants for EnviroAction
Organizations for potential SARPs sponsors/Resource People
There are a wealth of environmental organizations in Vermont working on various sustainability projects. Also see Environmental Organizations in Vermont list in the Brown Library’s internet links. For national and other regional organizations, see the Links section of the Sustainable Sterling pages.
Association of Vermont Recyclers
Efficiency Vermont
Global Living Project
NOFA Vermont
Yestermorrow Design/Build School
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