UNE is uniquely positioned as an educational institution to contribute research, foster innovation, and provide a model for environmental sustainability to the University campuses and greater community. Teaching environmental stewardship, both by example and through living and learning experiences, ensures UNE’s contribution to a cleaner, healthier environment.
President Danielle Ripich, Ph.D. affirmed the University’s dedication to environmental sustainability on November 3, 2008 when she signed the American College and University Presidents’ Climate Commitment. The institutional structures, student involvement, faculty and staff guidance, campus initiatives and organizational vision signal the expansion of UNE’s reputation to include leadership in environmental health and sustainability.
From campus Zipcars to the growing recycling program and “green” conference offerings, UNE is embarking on new initiatives all the time to protect the environment and make the University community more aware of sustainable options.
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Living wall in Ripich Commons now includes edible plants
The living green wall inside the state-of-the-art, eco-friendly Danielle N. Ripich Commons building now includes edible plants. Pak choi, romaine, Swiss chard, kale, spearmint, basil,...
UNE featured in Princeton Review’s Green Colleges Guide
The University of New England has been named as one of the 399 most environmentally responsible colleges according to The Princeton Review. The education services...
Living wall in Ripich Commons featured in ‘Maine Sunday Telegram’
UNE’s living wall is the subject of a photo essay by photographer Greg Rec in the Maine Sunday Telegram . You can not help but...