| Overall Rating | Silver - expired |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 58.60 |
| Liaison | Elaine Durr |
| Submission Date | Dec. 13, 2011 |
| Executive Letter | Download |
Elon University
ER-15: Sustainability Research Identification
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
|
3.00 / 3.00 |
Elaine
Durr Senior Director of Sustainability Office of Sustainability |
Has the institution developed a definition of sustainability research?:
A copy of the institution's definition of sustainability research:
Sustainability explores the dynamic interconnections among environmental, social and economic systems in order to meet the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. Research includes any inquiry or investigation that makes an original intellectual or creative contribution to a discipline.
Sustainability research focuses on one or more of the three key dimensions of sustainability and furthers our understanding of the interconnectedness of environmental, societal and economic challenges.
Has the institution identified its sustainability research activities and initiatives?:
A brief description of the methodology the institution followed to complete the inventory:
The Provost Reports for FY 09 and FY 10 (which include scholarly and creative activity of faculty), the Summer Undergraduate Research Experiences (SURE) programs for 2008-2010 and the Spring Undergraduate Research Forum (SURF) programs for 2009-2011 were reviewed for research activity that fits the developed definition of sustainability research. The resulting list for each department/program was sent to the department chair/program coordinator for review and confirmation.
Does the institution make its sustainability research inventory publicly available online?:
The website URL where the sustainability research inventory is posted (required if claiming Part 3 of the credit):
Data source(s) and notes about the submission:
The information presented here is self-reported. While AASHE staff review portions of all STARS reports and institutions are welcome to seek additional forms of review, the data in STARS reports are not verified by AASHE. If you believe any of this information is erroneous or inconsistent with credit criteria, please review the process for inquiring about the information reported by an institution or simply email your inquiry to stars@aashe.org.