Sustainability
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Power down before leaving for the holidays
If you are going to be away from your office or home for an extended period of time over the holidays, please remember to power down before you leave. Read MoreDec 5, 2014
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New locations for glass recycling available on campus
Vanderbilt’s Sustainability and Environmental Management Office (SEMO) has added six new glass recycling locations to the main campus this semester, bringing the total number to eight. Read MoreDec 3, 2014
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SPEAR named greenest group on campus
Students Promoting Environmental Awareness and Responsibility has been named winner of the 2014 football sustainability competition and can boast the title “greenest group on campus.” Read MoreNov 12, 2014
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VU donates 35 tons of wood chips to Radnor Lake
Vanderbilt has donated five dumptruck loads, or 35 tons, of wood chips to Tennessee State Parks to be used on walking paths at Radnor Lake State Natural Area. Read MoreOct 28, 2014
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NSF grants for Sociology, Earth and Environmental Sciences
The NSF has awarded a pair of grants to Vanderbilt researchers for the study of local water conservation policies across the nation and the role of litigation in social activism, respectively. Read MoreOct 1, 2014
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Vanderbilt’s new Warren and Moore Colleges earn LEED Gold certification
The new Warren and Moore Colleges, which include the Kissam Center, has received a LEED Gold certification. Read MoreSep 18, 2014
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Cardboard recycling at Move In sets record
Move In 2014 set a new record for cardboard recycling at Vanderbilt. Read MoreSep 17, 2014
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Photos: Natural gas boilers installed at power plant
Two massive natural gas boilers were installed at the Vanderbilt Power Plant July 12 as part of the university’s ongoing effort to convert the co-generation facility completely to natural gas. Read MoreJul 15, 2014
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Vanderbilt’s trash collection vehicles become greener
Vanderbilt’s waste and recycling vendor, Waste Management, has launched a new fleet of natural gas-powered trash collection vehicles that will reduce both air and noise pollution on campus. Read MoreJul 7, 2014
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10 tips for saving energy at Vanderbilt this summer
As temperatures climb into the 90s and higher this summer, faculty, staff and students are encouraged to do their part to reduce energy consumption on campus and at the medical center. Read MoreJun 30, 2014
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‘Dump the pump’ June 19 and save money by riding public transit
Celebrate National Dump the Pump Day on Thursday, June 19, by taking public transportation, such as an MTA bus or the Music City Star commuter train. Read MoreJun 12, 2014
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Tips for reducing your summer travel impact
Vacation season is here, and you can reduce your environmental impact - and save money - with these handy, sustainable travel tips. Read MoreJun 10, 2014
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Learn about air quality at Walking Wednesdays event
Steve Gild with Vanderbilt's Sustainability and Environmental Management Office will lead the walk and discuss air quality on Wednesday, April 30. Read MoreApr 24, 2014
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Vanderbilt again included in ‘Princeton Review’ green colleges guide
For the third year in a row, Vanderbilt University has been included in "The Princeton Review’s Guide to 332 Green Colleges: 2014." Read MoreApr 21, 2014
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Important changes to office supply procurement through Guy Brown
Through a new partnership, Staples will now fulfill Guy Brown office supply orders, Vanderbilt Procurement has announced. In addition, Vanderbilt leadership approved two important changes to procurement policies to support cost savings and sustainability efforts at the institution. Read MoreMar 28, 2014
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Follow these tips to make your spring garden grow
One of the best things about spring is the amazing assortment of flowers, trees and plants that bloom on campus. Vanderbilt landscapers and groundskeepers offer tips on making your own garden healthy and vibrant while leaving as little negative impact on the environment as possible. Read MoreMar 26, 2014
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Practice these tips for World Water Day
“Water and Energy” is the theme of this year’s World Water Day, March 22. Vanderbilt has many ongoing water conservation projects that not only reduce water consumption, but also decrease energy usage. Read MoreMar 19, 2014
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Vanderbilt named Recycler of the Year
Vanderbilt University has been recognized by the Tennessee Recycling Coalition as the 2013 Nonprofit Recycler of the Year and for having the 2013 Recycling Video of the Year in the higher education category. Read MoreFeb 21, 2014
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University saves more than $200,000; Commons Center is Energy Bowl winner
Energy conservation measures taken on the Vanderbilt campus during December’s Energy Bowl Challenge resulted in more than $200,000 in energy savings, according to Vanderbilt Plant Operations and the Sustainability and Environmental Management Office. Read MoreJan 23, 2014
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University to reduce energy consumption due to extreme cold
(iStockphoto) As the weekend approaches, extreme cold temperatures are forecast for the Middle Tennessee area. As a result, various public utilities have asked that Vanderbilt University reduce its energy consumption to prevent strain on the power grid. The university will comply with this request by reducing heat to certain… Read MoreJan 23, 2014