2021 Sustainability Progress Report Released
Lehigh’s Office of Sustainability has released its first annual progress report on the university’s Sustainability Strategic Plan 2030, a 10-year plan that establishes a long-term vision for sustainability at Lehigh. The report shows progress towards each of the 113 goals in the plan. Learn more about the release and view the progress report.
Double Your Impact with the EcoCoin Program
The Lehigh Bookstore and Office of Sustainability have partnered to tackle single-use plastic bags on campus. The EcoCoin Program gives Lehigh Bookstore customers the ability to go bagless while philanthropically supporting student organizations on campus. Each time a customer says “no” to a single-use plastic bag, they receive an EcoCoin which they can use to support a student organization on campus. EcoCoins have monetary value and the funds raised will be donated to the selected student organization. Learn more about the EcoCoin Program.
Hungry Hawks App and Web Interface Take Flight
Created by Lehigh student developers, Hungry Hawks is a mobile app and web interface that aims to reduce food waste and food insecurity on Lehigh’s campus. The platform allows faculty, staff, and students to post leftover food from Lehigh-catered events and meetings and lets students looking for leftover food view active events. It is available for the Lehigh community on the Apple Store, Google Play Store, and on the web. Learn more.
Sustainability Culture Survey Results
In Fall 2021, a Sustainability Culture Survey was administered as an official Lehigh survey by the Office of Institutional Research and Strategic Analytics. All current Lehigh students, faculty, and staff were invited to participate. Participants received a block of general sustainability culture questions followed by random assignment to either additional culture or commuter questions. The Sustainability Culture Survey provides key insights into views on sustainability issues, priorities, familiarity with Lehigh Sustainability initiatives, beliefs and behaviors, motivation, and more. View the summary or results.
K-Cup Recycling Program
The K-Cup Recycling Program is a free program available to all Lehigh students, faculty, and staff designed to divert landfill waste and repurpose materials. Simply brew your coffee, drop the entire pod into the k-cup recycling bin, and then enjoy your coffee! Bins can be placed in any office or house. Learn more about the program and request a bin today!