By Tim Broderick and Tonie Miyamoto Housing & Dining Services Living Labs
Overview 15 residence halls 6 dining centers 3 apartment communities 7,000 total residents 35,000 guests annually 1,750 staff
Sustainability Drivers Leading STARS Institution Student Engagement Academic Partners Telling Our Story Sustainability Fund
Our definition of a living learning laboratory A concept that encompasses a range of practical on-campus applications of research and experiments that provide students hands- on experience, benefit operations, and enhance sustainability.
The Pavilion + Laurel Village
Features of the Pavilion Pursuing LEED Platinum Katabatic Tower Green Wall On Site Renewables Thermal Wall Charging Station Bike Repair Room Eco Leaders Office Academic Agora
College of Natural Sciences Residential Learning Community Sponsors: College of Natural Sciences and Housing & Dining Services 400 students Designated green floor Required Course Integrated classroom space Faculty engagement
Joint venture between Housing and Surplus Property 11:00am to 3:00pm Safety and mechanical equipment for sale Classes offered on bike mechanic basics MOU annually reviewed Bike Repair Room: The Spoke
Composting and Anaerobic Digestion Dining Center for Laurel Village is included in this program Composting begin in 2011 Anaerobic Digestion in 2013 Academic Partner: College of Agriculture Intern: Crop Soil Science Compost Operator: Facilities
Composting and Anaerobic Digestion FY14 Results Composting = 106,853 lbs Anaerobic digestion = 205,474 lbs Diversion rate = 92%
Eco Leaders Peer Education Program 14 Eco Leaders, one per building 1 credit course: Introduction to Sustainable Engagement Housing stipend largely funded by revenue from the Leave It Behind Campaign Digital curriculum The iPads will be used to increase engagement rates in behavior change programs such as Green Warrior
Best Practices for Living Labs Faculty Member willing to balance research and operation Project Team is critical Roles & Responsibilities clearly defined in MOU Student Engagement Don’t forget to Tell the Story
Questions?
Housing & Dining Services Sustainability Tim Broderick Senior Sustainability Coordinator Phone: (970) Tonie Miyamoto Director of Communications & Sustainability Phone: (970)