"America is probably a generation late recognizing just how threatened we are by the accelerating and now obvious pace of contamination of air and water supplies, global warming, and the loss of sustainable space and living conditions for agriculture. Sustainability is an essential activity in any university that wants to be useful in the next generation." - John T. Casteen III, President, University of Virginia
Attend the University's Community Briefing on New Facilities and Sustainability Efforts. September 23, 2008. Noon, Newcomb Hall Ballroom.
The University will conduct all operations in an environmentally responsible manner and comply with all applicable State and Federal environmental regulations. Read More...
Land Use & LEED
Since January 2007 the University has been committed to meet USGBC LEED certification for all new and renovation building projects. > Read More.
Energy
The heating plant is undergoing renovations that meet both current and proposed environmental regulations. > Read More.
Dining/Housing
There are many ways dining is going green, including using recycled materials, utilizing locally raised animals and produce, using biodiesel in all vehicles, etc. > Read More.
Water
The University has aggressively pursued initiatives to conserve water and to develop creative opportunities for storm water management. > Read More.
"America is probably a generation late recognizing just how threatened we are by the accelerating and now obvious pace of contamination of air and water supplies, global warming, and the loss of sustainable space and living conditions for agriculture. Sustainability is an essential activity in any university that wants to be useful in the next generation."
The University will conduct all operations in an environmentally responsible manner and comply with all applicable State and Federal environmental regulations. Read More...
