| The University of South Carolina represents an intellectual
community committed to the advancement of theoretical and practical knowledge.
Recognizing our role as a positive force in the state’s economic and social
advancement, we believe it is incumbent upon us to lead the way toward
a more sustainable future through our teaching, learning, research, community
service and facilities management. Our goals emphasize the University's
impacts as both an educator (of faculty and staff as well as students)
and as an operational facility.
GOALS
Members of the University community (faculty, staff
and students) will have a basic understanding of their impact on the environment.
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Incorporate environmental and sustainability issues
into the University curriculum
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Increase opportunities for informal learning about environmental
issues for students, faculty, staff and public
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Encourage research that aids in understanding of issues
and solutions to environmental problems
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Increase service activities by faculty, staff and students
that enhance environmental awareness within the institution and foster
sustainable thinking within the larger community
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The University community will promote environmental
sustainability by example.
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Conserve resources through waste reduction, recycling,
energy and water use minimization
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Minimize negative impacts of the University on the
environment
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Think globally and act locally by promoting and using
recycled or remanufactured goods, locally-generated
products and native species in natural landscapes
where possible
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Make a commitment to compliance with environmental,
health and safety regulations to ensure the protection of the environment
and the people living within it.
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The University will evaluate and monitor progress
toward these goals on a continuing basis.
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Implement an Environmental Management System for auditing
inputs and outputs and quantifying savings from sustainable practices
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Produce an annual “Environmental State of USC” report
under the leadership of the Environmental Advisory Committee
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Implementation of EAC Goals
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