Lakeland Community College sustainability initiatives

Submitted by Lora DiFranco on July 16, 2008 - 11:15am.
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Administrative Committee(s)

  • Energy Master Plan Committee

Green Building

  • Lakeland’s first green roof is planned to be installed on their “A” Building, with access through the department’s greenhouse.
  • Roof renovations will increase the insulation from R-15 to R-25.
  • A small nature center is in the planning stages

Energy

  • Lakeland worked with Sieman’s to develop a new energy master plan which will result in a 45% reduction in campus energy consumption.
  • Motion and occupancy sensors are being installed throughout campus

Food

  • Biodegradable flatware

Grounds

  • Yard waste is composted
  • Six natural areas are being preserved to demonstrate succession
  • Native plants such as day lilies and perennials are used in landscaping

Transportation

  • Lakeland students can use their Lakeland ID as a free bus pass for Laketran

Recycling

  • Lakeland recycles cardboard, white paper, tires, and carpet but does not currently recycle cans or bottles

Events

  • Earth Day is hosted by facilities and Lakeland Environmental Awareness Foundation
  • Lakeland Pride Day features environmental workshops

Contact

  • Mike Mayher, Vice President for Administrative Services & Treasurer, mmayher@lakelandcc.edu
  • Bert Diehl, Facilities Management, rdiehl@lakelandcc.edu

Student Group(s)

Has the President of the College signed the American College and University President’s Climate Commitment?
No