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Berea College: A Culture of Yes

Founded by Abolitionist John G. Fee – First Graduating Class

Berea is Guided by Eight Great Commitments

Work College – No Tuition Promise

Commitment #7: Sustainability & Yes

Yes to Labor: Office of Sustainability

Waste Diversion

Green Office & Green

Residence Hall

Certifications

AlternativeTransportation

Data Tracking &

Analysis

Communications&

Events

Bike RepairTechnicians

Office of Sustainability Labor Positions

Yes to “Green” Buildings: Strive for LEED Silver in all New Construction & Major Renovations

Lincoln Hall LEED Silver2005

Boone Tavern LEED Gold2010

Ecovillage 2003 Deep Green 2013: LEED Platinum &Living Building Petal Recognition

Ecovillage: Designed with Environmental,Behavioral & Social Goals

Edible Streets

Deep Green Residence Hall

New Science Building: Anticipated LEED Gold125,000 sq. ft.

Yes to Sustainable Forestry and Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) Certification to Prove It

Yes to Selling Our Forest Carbon Credits: First College or University in the US300,000 Carbon Credits valued at $3 Million

Yes to Organic Farming & Animal Welfare Credentials

Yes to Teachable Moments & Having Some Fun

Yes to Silly Hats, Carbon Neutrality, and Zero Waste

Yes to No Spray Policy on Main Campus

Yes to Zero Waste

Yes to Transparency: Campus GHG Emissions

Joan PaulySustainability Coordinatorpaulyj@Berea.edu(m) 404.291.5178(w) 859.985.3194