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Climate Action at UConn

Per President Radenka Maric, the University of Connecticut aims to be a global leader in sustainable practices within higher education by fostering innovation, education, and collaboration. To achieve this, we have established key objectives:

  1. Carbon Neutrality: Achieving carbon neutrality by 2030 through comprehensive emissions reduction strategies.
  2. Resource Conservation: Implementing conservation measures to optimize water and energy usage, reduce waste generation, and promote sustainable practices campus-wide.
  3. Academic Integration: Integrating sustainability across curricula, research initiatives, and campus engagement to empower our students, faculty, and staff as change agents.
  4. Equity and Engagement: Fostering a diverse and inclusive community committed to sustainability, ensuring equitable access to resources and opportunities for all.
  5. Partnerships and Innovation: Collaborating with local and global partners, fostering innovation, and leveraging technology to address complex sustainability challenges.