- Academic Programs and Opportunities
- Berea College Center for Energy
- Data: Dashboard
- Data: Sustainability Map
- Events: Free Clothing Fair
- Events: Green Move Out
- Landscape: Bee Campus USA
- Landscape: Grounds and Sustainability
- Take Action: Green Office Certification
- Take Action: Green Residence Hall Certification
- Take Action: Green Your Event
- Take Action: Quick Tips and Guides
- Take Action: Volunteer Opportunities
- Take Action: Zero Waste Events
- Transportation: Bikes
- Transportation: General
- Waste Diversion: Free Store
- Waste Diversion: Recycling
- Who We Are: Staff
- Who We Are: Student Labor Positions
- Buildings: Ecological Renovations
- Events: Earth Day 2024
- Food: Berea Dining
- Landscape: Tree Campus
- Take Action: Shop Local
- Waste Diversion: Composting
- Water
Office of Sustainability
Office of Sustainability
Sustainability refers to the capacity of a society to meet current needs without degrading the ecological, social, and economic systems on which the society will rely for meeting future needs.
To maintain a residential campus and to encourage in all community members a way of life characterized by mindful and sustainable living, health and wellness, zest for learning, high personal standards, and a concern for the welfare of others.
For Berea College, “sustainability” refers to the capacity of individuals, communities, and societies to coexist in a manner that maintains social justice, environmental integrity, and economic well-being today and for future generations. Learn more about how Berea College plans for sustainability in the Subcommittee on Sustainability Charter Document. The story of sustainability at Berea College is one of creativity and commitment, grassroots organizing and institutional innovation. It is the story of dedicated students, faculty, staff, and administration—literally, the entire campus community.
Take Action & Go Green
Looking for ways to help realize Berea College’s commitment to sustainability? Check out some of our programs and resources below!
- Work Sustainably - Green Office Certification
- Live Sustainably - Green Residence Hall Certification
- Play Sustainably - Zero Waste Events
- Purchasing - Shop Local
- Transportation – Bike Rental Program
Contact Us
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