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STARS Platinum - the highest
rating for sustainability
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We self-generate 100% of our energy use
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The state's only 4-star Certified Green Restaurants® (we have 2)
Sustainability runs deep at UNH, and is our future
We've been STARS Platinum rated since 2017, it's the highest level of sustainability performance from the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE). It's a distinction of less than 10 universities and colleges in the country. Our practices, successes, and future solutions are a university-wide effort by faculty, staff, and students.
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Sustainability Dual Major
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ArticleSustainability Events
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September15Live on c a.m.pus and want to get more involved in sustainability at UNH? Apply to be a Sustainability Advocate! Here are five of the many reasons to be a Sustainability Advocate for your hall this year: 1- Gain leadership experience by representing sustainability in your residence hall. Plan and host fun, sustainability-focused events for students and friends. 2- Learn about sustainability on c a.m.pus and within communities, as well as learning about sustainability education with your peers. 3- I...
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October5
10 a.m. - 3 p.m., All are welcome to Ocean Discovery Day where you'll discover Marine Science and Ocean Engineering at UNH. From ocean acoustics to plankton, there's something for everyone! Designed to engage explorers of all ages, Ocean Discovery Day offers a variety of hands-on activities and presentations. This progr a.m. will be held inside our state-of-the-art Ocean Engineering Lab. Get a glimpse at the latest technology used to map the ocean floor, see how scientists use data sondes to mon...
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October8
12:40 p.m. - 2 p.m., Business and the Climate Crisis Tuesday, October 8, 12:40-2 p.m.Granite State Room, MUBFeaturing: Ed Farrington ’93, President North America, Impax Asset Management and UNH Sustainability Advisory Board Member As Simon Stiell, executive secretary of the UN Fr a.m.ework Convention on Climate Change recently said, “It’s already blazingly obvious finance is the make-or-break factor in the world’s climate fight – in quantity, quality and innovation.” In this panel discuss...
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October18
8:30 a.m. - 6:45 p.m., Join us in Boston for the Semester in the City Open House!TRIP DETAILSFriday, October 18, 20248:30 a.m. - Free train to Boston, Meet at the Dairy Bar on Main Street 10:30 a.m. - Arrive in Boston - Lunch is included in the day!5:20 p.m. - Free train ride back to UNH6:45 p.m. - Arrive in Durh a.m. (Dairy Bar) During the Open House, you'll have the opportunity to:- Meet current Semester in the City students- Learn about their internship placements- Participate in interactive work...
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November1Semester in the City features:- 30+ hr/week internship at a mission-driven organization- Matched with a dedicated mentor/supervisor - Wednesday evening course (includes dinner) and Friday seminar/reflective workshops (includes breakfast & a.m.p; lunch) - 16 UNH credits (check with your advisor if some can count for your major)- Furnished apartment in the BU/BC area- Unlimited MBTA Pass (commute AND explore the city!)- $595 living stipend to help defray costs- No additional fees. Pay your UNH tu...
