| Overall Rating | Silver |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 53.05 |
| Liaison | April Thompson |
| Submission Date | Sept. 22, 2023 |
Creighton University
PRE-2: Points of Distinction
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
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April
Thompson Project and Reporting Coordinator Office of Sustainability |
Name of the institution’s featured sustainability program, initiative, or accomplishment:
A brief description of the institution’s featured program, initiative, or accomplishment:
The Sustainable Creighton Initiative (SCI) is a plan for accelerated impact to the planet’s most demanding issues. The goals are intentionally focused on greenhouse gas emission reduction, waste diversion, education and co-curricular engagement.
Which of the following impact areas does the featured program, initiative, or accomplishment most closely relate to?:
Website URL where more information about the accomplishment may be found:
STARS credit in which the featured program, initiative, or accomplishment is reported (if applicable):
A photograph or document associated with the featured program, initiative, or accomplishment:
Name of a second highlighted sustainability program/initiative/accomplishment:
A brief description of the second program/initiative/accomplishment:
The Creighton Student Sustainability Action Fund (CSSAF) plays a crucial role in fostering a culture of sustainability on campus. CSSAF, supported by donations, empowers students to address interconnected environmental, social, and economic sustainability issues through student-driven initiatives.
Which impact areas does the second program/initiative/accomplishment most closely relate to?:
Investment & Finance
Website URL where more information about the second program/initiative/accomplishment may be found:
STARS credit in which the second program/initiative/accomplishment is reported (if applicable):
A photograph or document associated with the second program/initiative/accomplishment:
Name of a third highlighted program/initiative/accomplishment:
A brief description of the third program/initiative/accomplishment:
Beginning in September 2020, Creighton University committed to taking significant steps towards divesting from fossil fuel investments as part of its modified investment policy approved by the Board of Trustees. During the following five years, the university has taken steps to withdraw from public securities of fossil fuel companies and exit from private fossil fuel investments within a decade. The goal is to shift investments towards renewable energy and energy efficiency, all while maintaining the financial strength of the endowment. Creighton's commitment to sustainability includes voting in favor of carbon-reduction resolutions and partnering with organizations focused on environmental issues. The university's dedication to sustainability has been a priority, and these actions reflect its ongoing efforts to address climate change and care for the common home. This initiative also resonates with global calls for ethical commitments to avoid supporting companies harming the environment, as endorsed by the Vatican.
Which impact areas does the third program/initiative/accomplishment most closely relate to?:
Website URL where more information about the third program/initiative/accomplishment may be found:
STARS credit in which the third program/initiative/accomplishment is reported (if applicable):
A photograph or document associated with the third program/initiative/accomplishment:
Data source(s) and notes about the submission:
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