Environmental Sustainability Committee (ESC)
- Purpose/Mission
- An advisory committee who will promote and support environmental initiatives serving as a resource to the college and community. By recommending policies and projects that will escalate our social responsibility and increase commitment to the ideals of environmental sustainability.
- Vision Statement
- We are dedicated to ensuring resources are utilized with fiscal and environmental responsibility.
Moraine Park has…
- Purchased hybrid fleet vehicles
- Implemented the use of Green Seal certified products on-campus
- Facilitated the use of reusable mugs in the cafeteria, including a discount on each fill (mugs are available from campus bookstores)
- Promoted the Green Energy Summit as a college sponsor
- Using LEED certified construction principles
- Reducing college-wide paper use
- Encouraging motorcycle and bicycle commuting through improved parking options
- Integrating green practices into our curriculum
- Air Conditioning, Heating & Refrigeration Technology
- Automotive Technician
- Building Trades Construction Worker
- Civil Engineering Technician — Structural
- Culinary Arts
- Electrical Power Distribution
- Electricity Programs
- Engine Research and Development Technician
- Industrial Maintenance Technician
- Water Quality Technician
Partnering with the college community…
- Alliant Energy: GMC 3500HD truck donation, Substation training
- Midwest Renewable Energy Association: Partnering to offer energy conservation seminars
- Mobile Energy Training Center: Inform, educate and encourage the use of new and evolving alternative energy sources
- We Energies: Substation training and certification
How else can Moraine Park positively impact our environment? Complete a Talk2Us form to let us know!