Why Colleges and Universities are Prioritizing Sustainability

Students today are considering colleges' and universities' commitment to sustainability in their application and enrollment decisions. To remain competitive, higher education institutions must not only make environmental sustainability a strategic priority, they must also ensure it’s embedded throughout the entirety of their ecosystem, including curriculum, research, student life, enrollment, facilities, trustee involvement, environmental justice, and beyond.

Mary Papazian, Executive Vice President, AGB; Former President of San Jose State University and Marvin Krislov, President, Pace University; Board of Directors, New York Climate Exchange, shared their insights about how institutions can authentically demonstrate their commitment to sustainability.