2011 Campus Sustainability Report

Table of Contents

Letter from the Chancellor . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Letter from the Sustainability Officer . . .3

Guiding Commitments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

I. Energy & Climate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

II. Education & Awareness . . . . . . . . . . . .10

III. Built Environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

IV. Water Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

V. Recycling & Waste Prevention . . . . . .16

VI. Transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

VII. Diversity & Opportunity . . . . . . . . . 20

VIII. Tomorrow and Beyond . . . . . . . . . . 24

fayetteville state university 2011 campus sustainability report

Letter from the ChanCeLLor

Dear Friends of Fayetteville State University:

When talking about sustainability it is hard not to think about a quote made famous by Kermit the Frog: “It’s not easy being green.” While Kermit may have been referring to the color of his skin, little did he know those five little words could also apply to the world in which we live and the efforts being made to keep it environmentally safe.

The University of North Carolina System, of which Fayetteville State University is a proud member, made sustainable campuses one of its top priorities. Representatives from each of the 17 campuses came together in an effort to address the sustainability issue and when all was said and done, the consensus was that saving our planet and supporting a long-term ecological balance was not only important, but also necessary.

At FSU, we have begun conveying to our students, faculty, and staff the importance of making our campus one that is friendly to the environment and void of any elements that would deplete its natural resources. This publication will demonstrate that the campus community has heard our message loud and clear and has answered our call by showing the efforts that have been made to address pollution, recycling, and energy conservation. It will also convey our continued commitment to this cause by making certain current and future construction projects meet appropriate environmental standards.

Kermit was indeed correct. Being green isn’t easy, but going green is.

Sincerely,

James A. AndersonChancellor

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Letter from the sustainabiLity offiCer

Greetings!

Why go “green”? When I first arrived at Fayetteville State University in 2006 as university architect, we did not have a designated Sustainability program encompassing campus wide operations and academics. Although “sustainability” was not a primary focus, evidence of best practices in planning, design and construction, facilities operations, student retention programs, and engaging relationships with the local community on environmental efforts were already happening in line with UNC Tomorrow Commission. There was definitely a need to formalize a sustainability program across campus as a unified effort to have the greatest impact towards conservation of our finite natural resources now and for future generations.

Stepping up to the plate—In the early spring of 2008, the University of North Carolina system office organized a Sustainability Committee comprised of representatives from all the universities to develop a system-wide sustainability policy, later adopted by the Board of Governors in 2009. I had the privilege to serve and chair one of its sub-committees. This involvement offered the synergy to embrace and incorporate these initiatives into the university’s strategic priorities and policies after formation of a campus-wide Sustainability Coalition. This has allowed the university to take a leadership role within the local and regional community.

As we move forward, appointment of the university’s first sustainability coordinator and energy manager will have an integral role in developing and taking FSU to the next level. Enjoy reading as we share and celebrate the university’s accomplishments for the year 2011. As we transition into 2012, we will continue to cultivate and enhance the initiatives and programs already established. Moreover in 2012, we plan to increase our involvement with students, faculty, staff, and community while focusing on energy and the climate, education and awareness, the built environment, water management and diversity and opportunity. Case in point, as quoted by The Green Team’s Student President, Carla Peguese, “Everyone talks about saving the world, but it takes ACTION and TEAMWORK to see a change.”

We welcome you and your involvement with us at FSU as we continue along our journey towards our ultimate goal of climate neutrality!

Rudolph Cardenas, AIA, NCIDQSustainability OfficerAssociate Vice Chancellor for Facilities Management

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Dr. Anderson signing the Climate Commitment on Earth Day, April 22, 2010. Also pictured is Dr. John Mattox, Professor of Natural Sciences.

Jay Blauser, LEED Green Associate, Sustainability Coordinator (left) and Jon

Parsons, PEM, Energy Manager (right) making a presentation on January 12, 2012

for the Sustainability Coalition.

Guiding Commitments

These documents and organizations provide guidance and directives that FSU strives towards along the journey to sustainability:

State of North Carolina- Executive Order 156 (1996, Gov. Hunt)

UNC Tomorrow Commission Final Report (2007)

UNC System-Wide Sustainability Policy (2009)

FSU’s Strategic Plan (2009)

Signatory of the President’s Climate Commitment (2010)

FSU’s Annual Strategic Energy & Water Plan (2011)

Official Formalization of FSU’s Sustainability Coalition (2011)

FSU’s Sustainability Policy (2011)

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Climate Action Plan (CAP)ACUPCC signatories also agree to develop a customized CAP to reach climate neutrality in operations. FSU kicked-off this process in November 2011 and is on schedule to complete its first CAP by May 2012.

Energy&Climate Focused Efforts towards Measuring and Managing the University’s Energy Usage

and Carbon Footprint are Paving the Way for Reductions with an Ultimate Goal of Climate Neutrality.

Emissions American College & University Presidents’ Climate Commitment (ACUPCC) signatories agree to measure and begin organizing steps to start reducing their greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) or carbon footprint. With FY09 as the baseline, in May 2011, the University measured its carbon footprint—totaling just over 29,000 tons. Greenhouse gases on the campus are emitted through transportation, production of energy that is consumed by buildings through heating and air conditioning and water heating systems, generators and boilers, solid waste disposal, laboratory and maintenance processes.

GHG Inventory FY09 — Baseline | 29,138 Tons (MTCO2E)

Total Gross Scope 1 Emissions (boilers, generator, mobile sources, refrigerants, fertilizer)

Total Gross Scope 2 Emissions (purchased electricity)

Total Scope 3 Emissions (University financed travel, commuting, solid waste disposal)

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New Energy ManagerUtilizing ARRA grant funding from the State Energy office and UNC-GA, the university was able to hire its first Energy Manager in June 2011. Jon Parsons, the former Executive Director of the award-winning regional nonprofit organization Sustainable Sandhills, joined the staff in Facilities Management and is responsible for reducing the University’s utility consumption. Implementation of the University’s comprehensive Annual Strategic Energy and Water Plan is the Energy Manager’s responsibility.

Strategic Energy and Water PlanThe purpose of the University’s 2011-12 Strategic Energy and Water Plan is to guide the efficient use of energy and water resources on the campus while insuring a safe, positive and comfortable learning environment for students, faculty, staff, and visitors. It is organized around three goals focused on culture change, energy and water efficiency and conservation, and partnerships with key stakeholders on campus and in the community.

Education is a key component of the Plan, and the Sustainability Team hosted special events and made presentations to students, staff and faculty throughout the year. All new construction and major renovation projects will be LEED-certified and include building commissioning. A monthly review and analysis of energy and water usage and demand across the campus was established and identified several key operational strategies and measures to reduce energy use.

ARRA Energy Efficiency ProjectsFSU received a $414,000 ARRA grant in July 2010 to improve energy efficiency in four key campus facilities. Work on all four facilities was completed in 2011, with an estimated annual electric usage reduction of 1,228 megawatt (MW)-hours.

Felton Capel Arena and the Charles Chesnutt Library: major lighting upgrades were completed in the University’s two largest facilities, with more than 2,000 light fixtures replaced or retrofit. The estimated electrical savings from these two projects is 518 MW-hours.

Lyons Science Building: major lighting and HVAC upgrades were completed in this building. More than 950 light fixtures were replaced or retrofit, more than 50 occupancy sensors were installed in classrooms, labs and corridors, two large and inefficient electric motors were replaced with high-efficiency motors, and variable speed drives were installed on seven large air handler and cooling tower electric motors. HVAC operating strategies and schedules were also adjusted to reduce energy consumption without sacrificing building occupant comfort. The estimated electrical savings from these two projects is 710 MW-hours.

Lilly Gymnasium: 31 aging single-pane windows were replaced with new energy efficient insulated glass windows in this historical facility on the University’s west campus. The estimated annual reduction in energy use from this project is 300 therms (of natural gas).

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Energy Savings Performance ContractingFSU’s new Energy Manager began preparation of a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the University’s first Energy Savings Performance Contract (ESPC) to be released in the second quarter of 2012. A group of 20-25 buildings, comprising more than 50% of the University’s facility square footage, will be included in the ESPC Request for Proposal. The Energy Conservation Measures that are selected will generate the guaranteed savings to fund the ESPC.

Campus Electrical Sub-MetersMore than 90% of the University’s electricity usage is metered by a single campus master meter. As part of the ARRA Energy Efficiency Grant project, energy monitoring software and seven electrical sub-meters were purchased and installed in seven large facilities to support the university’s efforts to reduce peak electrical loads and overall consumption. With the addition of these sub-meters, the University can now isolate and document the effectiveness of Energy Conservation efforts in these seven key facilities. All new construction and renovation projects will now include submeters.

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Energy and Water Usage Reporting Late in 2011, FSU’s new Energy Manager released the first set of Monthly Utility Reports to educate and raise awareness of the university’s energy and water conservation efforts. These reports included campus master meter data for electricity and natural gas usage, comparing current month usage to the same months in FY10 and FY11. The monthly reports include cost charts and charts using physical units: kW and kW-hours for electricity, dekatherms for natural gas, and thousand gallons for water/sewer. Utility price history and weather data is also included in the reporting.

Energy-Efficient Appliance Purchasing PolicyOne of FSU’s chosen tangible actions as a signatory of the American College and University Presidents’ Climate Commitment (ACUPCC) was to establish an ENERGY STAR appliance purchasing policy. Signatories agree to select at least two out of seven possible tangible

actions and implement them within two years of becoming a signatory. The actions are all designed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The University began drafting this policy in late 2011 with plans to have it approved and published by mid-2012. Appliances that carry the ENERGY STAR label are guaranteed to be more energy efficient and meet minimum standards established by the federal government’s Department of Energy as compared to similar products that have not earned this rating.

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Education &awareness

Incorporating sustainability into policies while simultaneously practicing it through student engagement and service-learning experiences across campus is critical to success and supports FSU’s Strategic Priorities.

FSU Sustainability PolicyThe Steering Committee of FSU’s Sustainability Coalition drafted a Sustainability Policy for FSU that was approved by the Chancellor in December 2011. The policy echoes the major categories as those indentified in the UNC System-Wide Sustainability Policy (2009) and are as follows:

Systematic Integration of Sustainability Principles Master Planning Design and Construction Operations and Maintenance Climate Change Mitigation and Renewable Energy Transportation Recycling and Waste Management Environmentally Preferable Purchasing

FSU’s policy also formalized and indentified responsibilities of FSU’s Sustainability Coalition. See policy for reference online at: http://www.uncfsu.edu/policy/general/Sustainability.pdf.

Environmental Defense Fund Climate Corp Fellowship ProgramThe University hosted two graduate student fellows from the Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) Climate Corps program for 10 weeks during the summer of 2011. The fellows were: Shanee Pratt, an MBA student at FSU, and Maya Alunkal, a Masters in Environmental Management student at Duke University. The fellows assessed energy and water usage at 12 key facilities on the campus, and presented a final report and presentation to the University’s administration that identified 16 low cost projects totaling $58,234 in annual energy and water expense savings.

Intern fellows working, Shanee (back left) and Maya (front right).

The Green Team (Student Organization)From its humble beginnings in late 2008 with just 10 members, it has now grown to over 50 student members! The club’s President, Vice President and Secretary lead grassroots efforts across FSU’s campus and the community. In 2011 alone, the group has hosted environmental movie showings through a partnership with Sustainable Sandhills—a local environmental sustainability non-profit

organization, lead campus cleanup and planting events through a team effort with Fayetteville Beautiful—a committee of concerned citizens dedicated to encouraging others to take greater responsibility for improving their environment, sponsored FSU’s 2nd Annual “Recyclone” Competition—a recycling competition between all student residence halls and coordinated the purchase and delivery of 1,000 labeled recycling waste baskets for all student dormitory rooms across campus.

Coca-Cola Scholars Program/Certified Green FacilityWith grant support from the Coca-Cola Company, the University created a Coca-Cola Sustainability Scholars Program in 2011. Four year-long fellowships were awarded to senior science students to support a faculty advisor’s research related to sustainability, and to assist the University’s Facilities Management department staff in piloting and implementing a Certified Green Facility (CGF) Program in the Lyons Science Building. The CGF program was piloted successfully in the 2011 fall semester, and will be expanded by the scholars in the spring semester of 2012 to include the School of Business and Economics Building, the G.L. Butler Building, and the Lyons Science Annex Building. The total area in these four facilities is 278,000 square feet, which is nearly 20% of the University’s total facility area. The CGF program engages and empowers building occupants in energy and water conservation, solid waste reduction, and other green business practices.

Bronco Kick-Off (August 2011)“Live a Healthy and More Sustainable Life - at Work and Home!”was a seminar topic promoting sustainability education and awareness, presented by the University’s Sustainability Coordinator and Energy Manager at the 2011-12 Academic Year Bronco kick-off to campus faculty and staff. Employees were encouraged to interact with the presenters during the engaging sessions about current programs and initiatives including: health and wellness, recycling, air quality, energy and water conservation, sustainable food and agriculture and our carbon footprint.

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Student members in action during a campus cleanup event in October 2011.

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FSU also broke ground for the construction of its second LEED Silver or equivalent building—Renaissance Hall. The 82,000 square foot, three-story building will be home for 338 students and includes the University’s first geothermal HVAC system. The energy efficient building is designed to use 34% less energy than one designed to today’s baseline code and is projected to be the most energy efficient building on campus!

Built environment Buildings on FSU’s campus account for just over 65% of the University’s carbon footprint,

therefore ensuring sustainable or green building design principles and strategies are critical towards the University’s goal of ultimately reaching climate neutrality.

LEED Certified BuildingsIn 2011, FSU held a groundbreaking ceremony for its first certified LEED Silver building—Science and Technology. The 62,000 square foot, two-wing, four-story building will support “STEM” (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) programs. It is designed to use 31% less energy than one designed to today’s baseline code.

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and Technology Building.

Current construction.

Rendering of Renaissance Hall.

Current construction.

LEED Silver PolicyLEED: Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design. In 2011 FSU began drafting a new policy stating that all new building construction and major renovations for the University will be designed and built to meet or exceed the United States

Green Building Council’s LEED Silver standard or equivalent, in addition to all other required codes and mandates. This is another tangible action FSU has chosen as a signatory of the ACUPCC. There are both environmental and financial benefits to earning LEED certification. LEED-certified buildings are designed to:

Lower operating costs and increase asset value Reduce waste sent to landfills Conserve energy and water Be healthier and safer for occupants Reduce harmful greenhouse gas emissions Qualify for tax rebates, zoning allowances and other incentives in hundreds of cities

Moreover, an organization’s participation in the voluntary and technically rigorous LEED process demonstrates leadership, innovation, environmental stewardship and social responsibility.

Building Systems and Envelope CommissioningThis systematic third-party verification process is incorporated into all new construction and major building renovation projects on FSU’s campus, as part of the school’s integrated design team concept. Building Systems and Envelope Commissioning provides documented confirmation that operational and

exterior building systems function according to criteria set forth in the project documents to satisfy the owner’s operational needs. According to a 2009 study conducted by Evan Mills of Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory and sponsored by the California Energy Commission, commissioning is “arguably the single-most cost-effective strategy for reducing energy, costs and greenhouse-gas emissions in buildings today”. The study found that new building commissioning typically reduces energy usage by 13%, pays for itself in 4.2 years (excluding non-energy savings) and generates a 23% cash-on-cash return on investment. Significant non-energy benefits substantially reduce this payback period to between 1 and 2 years and subsequently increase the return on investment.

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Water management The University is committed to reducing consumption and better managing stormwater

runoff. These efforts present educational opportunities for students while setting an example for the surrounding community to follow.

Stormwater Master PlanFSU began drafting a Stormwater Master Plan that will serve as a strategic guide for the storage and treatment of stormwater runoff generated on campus. The plan will outline projects that will greatly improve the quality of the campus water resource as well as improving flooding and erosion downstream. The Plan will introduce stormwater best management practices to include: rain gardens or bio-retention, underground storage, stormwater wetlands and stormwater terraces. These devices will be located and designed in a manner that is compatible with overall campus goals for open space quality and facility growth. They may also provide opportunities for students and faculty as outdoor learning laboratories that are incorporated into academic coursework

FSU’s First “Green Parking Lot”FSU implemented a semi-permeable paver system in conjunction with the renovated parking lot at the Campus Police Station (Mitchell Building), Williams Hall, and Hood Hall, which allows most of the rainwater to seep into the ground versus flowing off and away from the site like it does with asphalt or concrete paving alone. Moreover, a landscaped rain garden also known as a bio-retention area was installed that makes use of engineered soils, plants, trees and grasses to collect then naturally treat and filter rainwater before the stormwater runoff leaves the site and enters local creeks and streams. These strategies improve the quality and quantity of the University’s stormwater while at the same time offering natural green spaces on campus. In addition, this green parking lot also incorporated the campus’ first electrical utility vehicle charging stations into the designated parking spaces.

Dining Hall The Dining Hall, operated by Aramark, implemented a tray less initiative to save water,

food waste and electricity. The benefits of tray removal include: Saves food waste — removing trays reduces food waste by 25-30% per person. Saves water — each tray needs 1/3 to 1/3 gallon of heated water to clean. One student can

save almost 500 gallons of water annually. Saves energy and reduces our dependence on non-renewable fossil fuels. Saves cleaning agents which can pollute our water supply.

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New semi-permeable pavers and electric vehicle charging stations.

New rain garden in foreground and parking lot in background.

Students havinglunch withoutuse of trays in theDining Hall.

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Recycling & Waste Prevention

Efforts in reducing waste, recycling and reuse programs are currently diverting 13% of discards from the landfill.

RecyclingIn FY11, FSU’s recycling rate was (ratio between amount of mateWWrials to be recycled and total amount of waste) increased from 12% to 13%. This equates to nearly 86 tons of materials that was kept from the landfill. Waste diversion programs include: Single Stream,

Surplus Property, Operations and Maintenance, Dining Hall (Aramark) and the Automotive Shop. Recycling waste baskets were bought and distributed into all residence halls through a team effort between student members of the Green Team and the Division of Business and Finance.

Breakdown of 86 Tons Recycled in FY11

Breakdown of the total 86 tons recycled reveals commingled items (47%), includes paper, aluminum and steel cans, glass and plastic bottles; organics (20%), includes wooden pallets, other wood, used cooking oil and yard waste; cardboard (18%); metal (8%), includes scrap metal and white goods

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Mulching EffortsThe Grounds staff mulched 73 cubic yards of clippings from pruning trees and shrubs during 2011. This yard waste was then reused on campus to mulch plant beds throughout the campus landscape.

Dining HallThe Dining Hall, operated by Aramark, initiated a Reusable To-Go Containers & Cups Program at no cost to students with a meal plan. The program will decrease the amount of Styrofoam used on campus by using washable plastic containers. In addition, the initiative will:

Help reduce waste on campus. Conserve natural resources and materials. Reduce University cost of managing solid waste. Promote more responsible personal, lifetime habits.

Managing Mercury-Containing DevicesIn response to NCGS 130A- Public Health, FSU established a program for the Management and Disposal of Mercury-Containing Devices. See policy online at: www.uncfsu.edu/policy/general/MgtandDisposalofMCDs.pdf

The Grounds staff mulching plant beds with recycled clippings.

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Transportation Since 2008, FSU has purchased a total of 19 environmentally-friendly electric utility

vehicles. During this process, the gas-powered utility vehicles are being phased out. This initiative has contributed to reduce FSU’s carbon footprint.

Public TransportationThere are currently two City of Fayetteville bus stops on FSU’s campus. In addition, there are three FSU Shuttle Bus stops that take students to frequently visited destination both on and off campus.

Carpool Forum for StudentsSimilar to the Rideshare concept, FSU introduced an online forum for students to visit that may be interested in carpooling. The concept is still being developed and publicized on campus.

Bike RacksBike racks were installed in the campus’ Police and Public Safety building during renovation. Police officers now have an option to patrol campus on bike. Bike racks are now included in all new buildings.

E10 Ethanol FuelUniversity maintained fleet vehicles are powered by E10 ethanol fuel. E10 consists of 10% ethanol and 90% gasoline. Ethanol is considered to be better for the environment than gasoline. Ethanol-fueled vehicles produce lower carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide emissions, and the same or lower levels of hydrocarbon and oxides of nitrogen emissions. It also improves fuel octane. Ethanol is good for the economy. Its production supports farmers and creates domestic jobs. Because ethanol is produced domestically, from domestically grown crops, it reduces U.S. dependence on foreign oil and increases the nation’s energy independence.

Electric utility vehicle used by the Grounds Department.

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Diversity& Opportunity

Being the second oldest school in the University of North Carolina system, founded in 1867, FSU continues to celebrate its rich history while continuing to maintain its diversity and opportunities for all peoples.

Student Retention Initiatives Fall 2011 Learning Communities: Learning communities are sets of linked courses, usually

exploring a common theme. Instructors in learning communities work together to develop the theme and coordinate their course content. Students enroll in all of the courses linked through the learning community. By linking together students, faculty, and courses, learning communities create more opportunities for enrichment, interaction, and exploration. Learning communities have been shown to increase student academic performance and retention. In Fall 2011, 85% of entering FSU freshmen participated in learning communities (Charts 1, 2).

Co-Curricular Engagement: Learning takes place outside as well as inside the classroom. In Fall 2011, University College and Student Affairs collaborated to promote and document co-curricular engagement through Bronco Advantage, a web portal that advertises campus events and records student participation (Chart 3).

Students of Promise Program: FSU developed the Students of Promise Program to assist students whose academic record would otherwise not permit them to continue at FSU (Table 1). Students in this program succeeded at twice the rate of non-participants with similar academic records.

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Green Business Quarterly ArticleFSU’s progress towards sustainability were highlighted in the March/April 2011 Edition of Green Business Quarterly. The article titled: “Reinvestment Acts”, spotlights some of the University’s achievements with LEED, high-performing buildings, energy efficiency upgrades to existing buildings via a federal ARRA grant through the State Energy Office, community partnerships and more.

2nd Annual Green Business ConferenceThe University partnered with the Fayetteville Observer, Fayetteville/Cumberland County Chamber of Commerce, and Sustainable Sandhills to host the 2nd Annual National Green Business Conference on March 30, 2011 at the Holiday Inn Bordeaux. More than 200 people attended the conference, which featured keynote speakers Laura Turner Seydel and Tad Davis, the Chief Executive Officer of the U.S. Army Reserve Command, a longtime advocate for sustainability in the Army and in the Sandhills region. The conference featured breakout sessions in two tracks, as well as a business roundtable after lunch.

2010 HUD-HBCU GrantBy award of a three-year, $500,000 grant from HUD-HBCU, Fayetteville State University proposes to facilitate the long-term transformation of the southern Murchison Road Corridor of Fayetteville, North Carolina through activities that will strengthen the adjacent community in order to lure economic investment and promote both economic and environmental sustainability. With collaboration between FSU, the community and governmental agencies, FSU proposes to expand its role and effectiveness in addressing community needs and revitalizing neighborhoods along the Murchison Road Corridor. Improving the quality of life in neighborhoods around the campus will reflect favorably on the University as it continues to take the lead in an area where little private investment occurs. Undertaking this activity will also create service learning and co-curricular opportunities for our students and promote their community engagement.

Opportunities for Local BusinessesHistorically Underutilized Businesses (HUB) and Minority Business Enterprises (MBE) have equal opportunity and are encouraged to work on FSU’s campus. For construction contracts during the past three years, at 70%, FSU has far exceeded the State of North Carolina’s HUB/MBE participation goal of 10%, trending upward since 2008

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Tomorrow &Beyond

FSU will continue making strides in sustainability while striving towards climate neutrality.

Some of the initiatives on the horizon for 2012 include green cleaning and housekeeping, food waste diversion, energy performance contracting, renewable energy projects, academic program(s) in sustainability and climate action planning. In addition, the University will continue to follow through with ongoing initiatives in progress prior to 2012.

Energy Savings Performance Contract Next StepsThe University plans to release a Request for Proposals for an Energy Savings Performance Contract (ESPC) in May 2012, and to complete the selection of an Energy Services Company (ESCO) in 2012.

3rd Party Renewable Energy ProjectsThe University is investigating methods to solicit proposals for 3rd-party funded solar domestic hot water retrofits in two residence halls. The retrofits would offset the use of natural gas to heat water in both residence halls, and in one case would also replace an aging and inefficient natural gas-fired boiler for backup water heating.

Continue to do your part, pitch-in and together we can make a difference!

Go Green, Broncos!

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