Goucher Environmental Sustainability Advisory Council

Goucher has embarked on a far-reaching campaign to promote environmental sustainability -- not only through its co-curricular activities, but also through its academic programs, including a new requirement that every student complete a course in ecology or environmental policy

During the next two years, the college also will institute a step-by-step plan to become climate neutral in accordance with the American College and University Presidents Climate Commitment that Sanford J. Ungar signed in summer 2007.

Goucher's administration hasn't acted alone, however. Over the past few years students have developed programs and projects to begin and monitor the college's recycling program; to raise awareness about the importance of carbon-neutrality policies on campus; and to start a composting program, organic garden, and greenhouse production at Goucher.

To fulfill its commitment to environmental sustainability and to maintain the momentum created by the student groups, Goucher has created an official environmental advisory council, consisting of students, faculty, and staff members. 

This council will meet at least three times a semester and will advise the president and administration on environmental issues and policies. The council will also research and explore solutions to environmental issues raised by members of the Goucher community and report its findings to the president. It will help implement campus environmental programs and monitor the college's progress in fulfilling the requirements of the American College and University Presidents Climate Commitment.