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Office of Sustainability | Resources

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Think Green: A Guide to Sustainability. Click below to download a PDF version of our Think Green: A Student's Guide to Sustainability. Read about university and local resources as well as tons of tips to live more sustainably. Think Green: A Student's Guide to Sustainability. Are you a staff or faculty member at VCU? Download Think Green, above, as all of the information can apply to staff too! Also download our special staff insert, below, for university resources specifically for anyone working at VCU.

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Types of alerts - VCU Alert

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What you need to know. Sign up for alerts. VCU uses a variety of communication methods to alert the campus community about emergency situations and safety threats. These small yellow devices are strategically installed in classrooms, residence halls and other high-traffic areas throughout campus. They are designed to provide an auditory and visual alert when a threat has occurred or is imminent. Much like text messages, a protective action statement will scroll on the screen during a threatening event.

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Environmental safety - VCU Alert

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What you need to know. Sign up for alerts. Technology and cyber safety. The VCU community uses various chemical and hazardous materials for cleaning, testing and research. When stored and maintained properly, these materials greatly benefit the community and provide minimal risk. However, there are situations in which accidents happen and must be treated cautiously. If anyone in the area begins to have difficulty breathing, headaches, blurred vision or irritation of the eyes, skin, throat or respiratory ...

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Office of Sustainability | Recycling

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VCU utilizes a single stream recycling program in our buildings to simplify the collection of recyclable materials. Not sure what to recycle? Below are the decals on trash and recycling bins. Look for them around campus when you are not sure which bin to use. Recycling and Trash Bin Decals. Last Updated: 01/20/2016 Edit.

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Office of Sustainability | Green Office Program

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The Green Recognition for Offices and Workspaces (GROW) program is a sustainability engagement opportunity targeting faculty and staff. The program will help facilitate conversations regarding best sustainability practices for your workplace. It is easy to participate and receive recognition for your office and workspace. See the information below and sign-up today! To better understand behavior and practices related to sustainability in offices and workspaces on campus;. Benefits of GROW certification:.

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Office of Sustainability | About Us

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Sustainability at VCU intends to be mindful stewards of our diverse human and natural environments through education, innovation, collaboration and engagement. We strive to foster a multi-faceted culture of sustainability, through the responsible use of resources and continuous advocacy for the Richmond community by inspiring behavior change through our own efforts. Last Updated: 02/18/2016 Edit.

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Office of Sustainability | Get Involved

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Sustainability in the Res Halls. City of Richmond Sustainability. The VCU Office of Sustainability is dedicated to engaging with the VCU and Richmond communities in order to improve teaching, learning and enhance the public good. We strive to provide strategic leadership in addressing sustainability challenges through curricular and service innovations and green facilities and operations. Our office has launched the VCU Learning Garden Program, VCU RamBikes. And provides resources for the VCU community.

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Office of Sustainability | Gardens

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Community and Learning Gardens. For immediate updates and news from our gardens, visit the. VCU Learning Gardens on Facebook. If you'd like to get involved in our learning gardens, check out upcoming volunteer opportunities and workshops on our SignUp page. Monroe Park Campus Learning Garden. Monroe Park Campus Learning Garden. Future plans for the garden include, an ADA-accessible boardwalk, wheelchair accessible beds, a gathering space with rain barrel catchment and an expansion of our bee habitat.

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Office of Sustainability | Operations

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VCU is committed to creating a more sustainable built environment on campus. From building to LEED standards, to encouraging responsible energy use and upgrading fixtures to sustainable alternatives, VCU continues to strive to reduce it's impact on the environment. Take a look at some of the green infastructure on VCU's campus on the Green Map. Last Updated: 03/07/2016 Edit.

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In an emergency - VCU Alert

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What you need to know. Sign up for alerts. During an emergency, remain calm, use common sense and give assistance as needed. Here are specific steps you can take to stay safe during an emergency:. Call the VCU Police at (804) 828-1234. Or the Richmond Police by dialing 911. Evacuate buildings immediately upon fire alarm activation or upon request of authorities. Shelter in place upon hearing a campus siren or upon seeing activation of an Alertus warning device. To do in an emergency. Do not use elevators.