There are many types of rating systems to assess an institutions level of commitment to sustainability. From LEED Certification which assesses a building carbon neutrality and sustainability to the STARS rating system which looks at college's sustainability, there are many ways to find the extent of how "green" something is. The Go Green Rating System ...more about Early Learning Center Proves Sustainable
The Curriculum for the Bioregion Initiative and Washington Campus Compact are offering an exciting opportunity for faculty to convene at a one-day meeting on Thursday, November 1 from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm at the beautiful Talaris Conference Center in Seattle. Registration is free and space is limited so register early! The institute is open ...more about Sustainability and Service-Learning Faculty Institute
We have expanded our composting efforts into the cafes and faculty kitchens around campus. Compost bins are now available for the community to utilize in the C Cafe, L Cafe, and R Cafe. All of the coffee cups and lids sold in our cafes can be composted. Composting is an important step in the recycling ...more about Compost Expansion Reaches Campus Cafés
Try an alternative to driving alone this October, and you could find yourself basking in Basque! Yes, we said Basque, one of Europe’s hidden treasures, rich in culture, with beautiful scenery highlighted by jagged mountains and pristine beaches. You have a chance to win what could be the trip of a lifetime! How? By reducing your drive-alone commute trips ...more about BC RideMatch Oct. for $100 and Basque Trip!
Bellevue College is getting its hands dirty. After washing, it dries its hands...sustainably? The simple, hygienic task is getting more sustainable as Facilities Operations changes the type of towel dispensers used in bathrooms. Paper towel use in Bellevue College bathrooms is high, and it increases the carbon footprint of the campus. Moreover, the cost of ...more about Dispensing Sustainable Solutions – One Towel at a Time
As you prepare for Fall quarter –you know, finding you classes, buying your books–we want you to think about one important aspect of school: how you get here! To help you find alternatives to driving alone, we’re introducing BCRideMatch! BC RideMatch is a fun and easy way to find fellow students and others live nearby ...more about BC RideMatch: $25 for 25 Winners Each Week