*Turn off the lights when leaving a room.
*Take shorter showers.
*Print double-sided documents.
*Switch from paper towels to cloth towels when cleaning.
*Buy Energy Star® qualified appliances and equipment.
*Don't preheat or "peek" inside the oven more than necessary.
*Use rechargeable batteries.
*Don't run the water while you’re shaving or brushing your teeth.
*Unplug electronics, battery chargers and other equipment when not in use.
*Replace standard incandescent bulbs with compact fluorescent.
*Reduce air conditioning costs by using fans.
*Air dry dishes instead of using the dishwasher's drying cycle.
*Run your dishwasher and washing machine only when fully loaded.
*Avoid printing out documents that easily can be read and filed electronically.
*Re-use plastic grocery bags.
*Install low-flow shower heads and low-flow toilets.
*Opt for cloth shower liners instead of traditional plastic ones.
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The California State University is the largest system of senior higher education in the country, with 23 campuses, 936 buildings and a $130 million annual utility budget. For 30 years, the CSU’s commitment to sustainability has grown in reach and scope. In fact, its Access to Excellence strategic plan adopted in 2008 identifies sustainability as a major public need to be systematically integrated into teaching, service, research and facilities management.
the forefront of creating jobs for the emerging "green workforce," as well as educating environmental future leaders.
CSU students serve as campus ambassadors when it comes to reducing each university’s ecological footprint. Along with administrative efforts to be green, such as maintaining sustainable building operations and constructing LEED-certified facilities, student-led initiatives are the key components in how CSU campuses stay sustainable.
