Campus Initiatives

The Office of Sustainability works closely with Facilities, staff, students, and academic departments to support projects that will reduce CSUDH’s environmental impact.

View our Annual Sustainability Report for an overview of our accomplishments and projects from the year:

• CSUDH Annual Sustainability Report (2017-18 FY) [PDF]

One of its primary goals is to drive the university's progress towards achieving net zero energy, water, and waste impacts.

• Net Zero Energy: Improving the energy efficiency of campus facilities and increasing renewable energy generation with the goal of someday achieving a net zero energy bill for the campus.
• Net Zero Waste: Striving for the highest possible diversion rate to non-landfill sources with the goal of becoming a zero waste campus. Reducing waste volume overall by integrating source reduction approaches into campus operations.
• Net Zero Water: Only consuming water, regardless of source, equal to the amount that would be delivered to the same area based on natural precipitation.  

This type of effort requires significant education and engagement. The Office of Sustainability also supports CSUDH's mission as an educational institution by working to support faculty and students in integrating sustainability into all facets of the university, including academics. As a result, CSUDH’s campus sustainability projects tend to fall into one of eight major categories:

• Energy Use
• Water Management
• Waste Management
• Landscaping
• Transportation
• Procurement
• Academics
• Engagement

Check out the appropriate sub-page above to find out more about resources, initiatives, and progress in each of these categories.

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