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 [email protected](m) 404.291.5178(w) 859.985.3194