Sustainability and Conservation as Core College Values

Colby is committed to practices and policies that respect the environment and promote sustainable living. Pioneering academic programs and a historical commitment to green values made Colby a leader in environmental initiatives, and success is evident—in its success in achieving carbon neutrality, the effectiveness of the Environmental Advisory Group, and innovative environmental initiatives throughout the organization. Summary of Colby Values

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Green Initiatives

Green initiatives—from academic programs to composting, 100-percent green electricity to LEED-certified buildings and geothermal heating—are part of the fabric of the College. Browse highlights of Colby's environmental initiatives:

Upcoming Events

Wednesday, Oct. 9, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
Growing the Wind Industry in ME: Opportunities and Challenges, Sue Jones, Community Wind Energy Partners: Sue Jones will talk about the current state of wind energy policy in the state of Maine and the chal...
Wednesday, Oct. 23, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
Into the Wilderness: A Colby grad's journey into the conservation field in Maine, Aaron Megquier, Friends of Baxter State Park: Aaron Megquier '01 studied environmental science at Colby with the goal of working in ecology an...

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