Posted by Green Team on 17 Mar 2008 | Tagged as: Meeting, News
Get on Facebook right now and search for the “Ecolution!” group. Join us in our efforts and check out some websites and all our pictures on the page. Write comments and start threads. We want to hear what VCU wants!!!
Posted by admin on 23 Feb 2008 | Tagged as: Uncategorized
The Green Team was on WRIR a while back. Here’s a recording of it!
Posted by Green President on 04 Feb 2008 | Tagged as: News
Here is our open letter—we’re now collecting signatures! Are you in? Email Green@vcusga.com and let us know!!****
President Trani,
The threat of global warming and environmental degradation is the greatest peril of my generation. Considering the damage and the lifestyle that we as a society have already established, it will take a tremendous effort at every level to overcome these hurdles. Virginia Commonwealth University has been at the forefront of many such challenges, and is a leader among institutions. We are proud to say that VCU is already beginning to move forward in becoming environmentally friendly, however more change is needed. Given the student’s commitment to make a difference, and the unique position of VCU to lead; I ask your administration to make a firm commitment to go “green” We ask that you commit to:
-Ensure responsible building and growth. All new VCU constructions should meet the U.S. Green Building Council’s L.E.E.D. standards at the silver level or above.
-Fast track retrofitting. Make retrofitting VCU buildings with environmentally friendly outfits a priority.
-Encourage responsible transportation. New vehicles purchased by the university should have an above average emissions rating, as evaluated the EPA’s Green Vehicle Rating Program. VCU should also pressure GRTC to use their most efficient vehicles on VCU routes.
-Double the amount of recycling done across the university. This should be coupled with a commitment to buy products, especially paper, with a high recycled content.
The progress and implementation of these goals should be overseen by an ad-hoc committee comprised of a diverse group of faculty, staff, and students. The committee should produce regular progress reports and refine plans for our future. With this commitment from you, the continued input from a dedicated committee, and the action of a concerned student body, I know VCU can both succeed and lead in this fight.
I hope you will join us.
Sincerely,
Jessica Lee
Student Body President