The sustainable learning community
Subtitle: one university's journey to the future
By: John Aber, Tom Kelly, and Bruce Mallory, editors.
Contributors: Aber, John D.; Kelly, Tom, 1956-; Mallory, Bruce L.
Publisher: University Press of New England
Published: 2009
Place of publication: Hanover [N.H.]
Language: eng
Number of pages: 267
ISBN-13: 9781584657712
Subjects: University of New Hampshire; Sustainable living -- New Hampshire; Universities and colleges -- Environmental aspects -- New Hampshire; College facilities -- Environmental aspects -- New Hampshire
Description: University communities have the potential to serve as models in the development and application of sustainability principles and practices, not only by what they teach and study, but also by how they operate facilities and engage with off campus partners. With the oldest endowed campus wide sustainability program in the country, established in 1997, the University of New Hampshire has become a leader in advancing a campus culture of sustainability. The UNH experience provides a unique window into the development of a new and integrated approach to teaching, learning, research, and operations. It is also a valuable guide for other institutions that aim to enhance the quality of campus life while reducing their environmental footprint. The book's organization along four functional domains (curriculum, operations, research, and engagement) allows faculty, staff, students, and managers to focus on sections of particular relevance to their university roles. Each chapter develops standards of best practices and presents interesting case studies to humanize the larger effort.
Notes: Includes index.