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Sustainability and Resource Stewardship

Ohio State sustainability efforts are expansive and diverse. Sustainability means creating a campus that is timeless, maintainable and flexible; incorporating responsible use of fiscal, environmental and human resources; and having minimal environmental impact.

 



Resource Stewardship

Ohio State is a recognized leader in developing durable solutions to the pressing challenges of sustainability and in evolving a culture of sustainability through collaborative teaching, pioneering research, comprehensive outreach, and innovative practices and policies.

FOD is committed to supporting and implementing the multiple resources stewardship initiatives below.

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Achieve Carbon Neutrality

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Increase Building Energy Efficiency

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Reduce Potable Water Consumption 

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Reduce Fleet Carbon Footprint

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Increase Ecosystem Services

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Achieve Zero Waste

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Green Buckeye Certification Program

Resources

Explore other sustainability programs and initiatives that advance resource stewardship across Ohio State.

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Wexner Medical Center

Office of Student Life

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Green Team Employee Resources Group

Jake Boswell Floatation Research

Sustainability Institute

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Athletics Sustainability

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