Higher education plays an important role in guiding society towards a sustainable future through research, education, operations, community, and governance. Some of the key elements in reducing the environmental impact of university operations include gathering and acting on ideas from the students and community. CSU has already reduced energy and water use, invested in renewable energy, and implemented waste reduction and recycling programs. This panel composed of students and operations managers will discuss the actions CSU is taking to achieve a zero footprint for campus operations and how the University empowers students and staff to act on sustainability.

Panelists:
Stacey Baumgarn, Campus Energy Coordinator, CSU Facilities Management
Reaghan Fields, Undergraduate Student, Department of International Studies, Director, Undergraduate Chapter of Student Sustainability Center
Jacob VanderRoest, Graduate Student, Department of Chemistry, Director, Graduate Student Chapter of Student Sustainability Center
Jennifer Williams, Integrated Solid Waste Program Manager, CSU Facilities Management

Moderator: Gene Kelly, SoGES Faculty Research Liaison, Deputy Director of the Agricultural Experiment Station and Associate Dean of Extension