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Sustainable Landscapes Plan (Ongoing)

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2015 iCAP Objectives
Student Sustainability Committee Funded Projects
2010 iCAP Projects

Description

Sustainable landscapes, according to the American Society of Landscape Architects, are meant to “sequester carbon, clean the air and water, increase energy efficiency, restore habitats and create value through significant economic, social and, environmental benefits”. The focus of this project is to design campus landscapes and practices to reflect these objectives. 

To this effect, the University has developed the Campus Landscape Master Plan to compile landscape projects and goals for the entire campus under one document. The University is also focusing on habitat and environmental restoration by taking measures to ensure bird safety and becoming a certified affiliate of Bee Campus USA. 

Background

The development and implementation of a plan for sustainable landscapes and landscape maintenance practices on campus was included as a goal in the 2010 iCAP. Carbon sequestration, the process through which land management practices absorb and sink carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, is a large part of sustainable landscaping and maintenance. Activities that allow for sequestration can affect climate change by enhancing carbon storage in trees and soils, preserving existing tree and soil carbon, and by reducing emissions of carbon dioxide, methane, and nitrous oxide. Practices such as using native and adaptive, and perennial plants allow for less maintenance and more carbon sequestration. Converting shallow-rooted plants to natural prairies can also allow for an increase in carbon capture. 

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  • Primary Contact:

    Bridgette Moen

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Project details last updated on: 11/17/2025. Check Project Updates for recent activity.