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Four cross-disciplinary guiding principles emerged as areas of foundational importance for this framework. These guiding principles reach across all University departments and will drive momentum toward achieving a long-term sustainability vision.

Guiding Principle 1: Carbon Management

Progressively reduce our carbon impact over time with a long-term vision toward carbon neutrality.

Guiding Principle 2: Organizational Structure

Maintain effective sustainability coordination through our established central sustainability office.

Guiding Principle 3: Ranking Alignment

Strategically align with recognized sustainability frameworks, such as AASHE STARS, that make sense for our unique campus environment and needs.

Guiding Principle 4: Community Engagement

Build meaningful local partnerships that advance shared environmental goals in our community.