Overall Rating Silver - expired
Overall Score 53.98
Liaison Alan Torvie
Submission Date Aug. 12, 2011
Executive Letter Download

STARS v1.0

Rio Salado College
ER-4: Sustainability Outreach and Publications

Status Score Responsible Party
Complete 2.00 / 4.00 Shannon Corona
Faculty Chair
Biology
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Does the institution have a central sustainability website that consolidates information about the institution's sustainability efforts?:
Yes

A brief description of the central sustainability website that consolidates information about the institution's sustainability efforts:

For Rio Salado College, caring about the environment represents a lifestyle change that blends into daily routines. The college has adopted several measures to “think green” and beyond. It is in this forward-thinking nature that we have become committed to the principles of sustainability. This site is a collection of those efforts.


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Does the institution have a sustainability newsletter?:
No

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Does the institution have a vehicle to publish and disseminate student research on sustainability?:
No

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Does the institution have building signage that highlights green building features?:
No

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Does the institution have food service area signage and/or brochures that include information about sustainable food systems?:
Yes

A brief description of food service area signage and/or brochures that include information about sustainable food systems:

The Café @ Rio is a sustainable teaching kitchen that serves students, faculty, staff and the local community. The philosophy of the Café @ Rio is simple: to serve sustainable food that nourishes the body and soul while not compromising future generations from doing the same. The Café @ Rio is also an integral part of the Sustainable Food Systems program.

The Café @ Rio’s sustainable features:
• Energy efficient appliances
• Tray-less dining
• Compostable and recyclable food/beverage containers
• Interior decorated with environmentally friendly paints and adhesives


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Does the institution have signage on the grounds about sustainable grounds-keeping strategies employed?:
No

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Does the institution have a sustainability walking map or tour?:
No

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Does the institution have a guide for commuters about how to use alternative methods of transportation?:
Yes

A brief description of the guide for commuters about how to use alternative methods of transportation:

Rio Salado College participates in alternative modes of transportation and disseminates this information out to staff. A weekly update on alternative modes and air quality is provided


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Does the institution have a guide for green living and incorporating sustainability into the residential experience?:
No

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Does the institution have regular coverage of sustainability in the main student newspaper (either through a regular column or a reporter assigned to the sustainability beat)?:
Yes

A brief description of regular coverage of sustainability in the main student newspaper, either through a regular column or a reporter assigned to the sustainability beat:

Rio Salado College provides a quarterly U @Rio Magazine. The magazine is available online as well as distributed to students and the community. The coverage of sustainability is provided via short articles and a section on sustainability. The section is designated for tips on integrating sustainable practices.

www.uatrio.com


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