Welcome to sustainability.ncsu.edu; the online hub of sustainability news, events and resources at North Carolina State University in Raleigh, NC. Take a moment to orientate yourself with our new navigation, including those pages only found on the right-hand side. If you are looking for a specific subject our powerful search bar will help expedite your browsing.
NC State is a leader in many areas of sustainability, including research relating to sustainability, green buildings and engagement. In fact, the university and our alumni provide a $7.3 billion economic impact to the state of North Carolina. From climate and transportation research to public health solutions, NC State is “locally responsive and globally engaged.”
Sustainability.ncsu.edu captures the efforts of NC State to become a more sustainable campus. Here you will find information on events such as Earth Day, what student organizations are doing and even a 360 degree interactive energy tour of five campus locations. The entire site is mobile friendly and buttons make it easy to share stories with your friends via Facebook and Twitter. Share your thoughts with us by commenting on posts. Got a story to tell? Submit your story idea, research finding or class project to sustainability@ncsu.edu.
Recent accomplishments include:
- Sustainability Strategic Plan released, calling for a 30% reduction in energy and 50% water reduction in the next five years
- Green events certification released
- Selected as the site of the Southeast Climate Science Center
- FREEDM Systems Center received a five-year renewal of the ERC. This renewal represents $20 million in support from the National Science Foundation for FREEDM.
- Energy reduction goal of 5% for 2011-2012 school year through behavior change
The best way to learn about sustainability is to get involved. Small steps lead to a big impact.
