Eight years ago, Pope Francis鈥 encyclical Laudato Si, set the tone for how the Catholic Church would address increasing environmental issues facing the world 鈥 and their impact on people.
蜜桃社 became one of the first universities in the world to sign onto a groundbreaking Vatican initiative, the, by committing to a The University was recently named in
"At 蜜桃社, we're committed to Pope Francis' call for environmental responsibility. Through education and innovative operations, we're taking meaningful steps toward a more sustainable future," said Alexandra Harry Napier, director of Office of Sustainability.
The Holy Father that called on people to address the increasing climate crisis and care for our common home.
In anticipation of its release, here are some ways that the community on the campus of 蜜桃社 has put Pope Francis鈥 words into action through a variety of efforts.
Academic Excellence
蜜桃社 is one of 12 institutions of higher education worldwide, and the only Catholic university, to have a program receive the U.S. Department of Energy鈥檚 . The designation recognizes leading sustainable building academic programs.
The University鈥檚 School of Architecture and Planning鈥檚 was honored. A net zero energy building uses the same amount of energy as is produced onsite using renewable resources, which is why they are often called 鈥済reen buildings.鈥
The University offers rigorous sustainability in the classroom, :
Featured courses include Sustainable Living Independent Study, the LEED Lab, and Busch School Team Field Studies.
Solar-powered and green innovation
A member of the University's community can request an hourlong at any time during the year. They can see first-hand how 蜜桃社 is committed to being a living laboratory for students and creating a healthy environment for the entire community.
Tour options include:
Check out the many opportunities for , , and to get involved in sustainability at 蜜桃社 as well as on and off campus.
