Skidmore Sustainability Office
Skidmore College is committed to environmental action. Skidmore's intention is reflected
in its Strategic Plan, which states that Skidmore will "develop, broaden, and deepen
the College's connections to the local community; enhance our ability to function
as a socially and environmentally responsible corporate citizen," and "make the Skidmore
campus an environmental laboratory, increase our emphasis on responsible planning
for sustainable operation and continue efforts to reduce the College's 'environmental
footprint'."
Actions speak louder than words, and Skidmore's actions are loud and clear. From our 29 buildings on campus that have geothermal heating and cooling systems, to the hiring of a sustainability coordinator, Skidmore is making a clear effort towards environmental action. We invite you to explore our Web site and learn not only about the sustainability initiatives that are happening at Skidmore, but how you can improve your green living habits and participate in campus greening events.
Sustainability in the News
The year in pictures
Sustainability, the sciences, visual literacy, and documentary studies are a few of the areas in which the college made major strides in 2014.
Skidmore Unplugged returns and expands
The annual focus on energy conservation has a new twist this year--which NY6 school will realize the biggest savings?
Dam fine idea
Skidmore has entered into an agreement to use power from a dam downstate, producing up to 4.1 million kilowatt-hours of renewable energy annually.
Skidmore's solar array completed, generating power
On a day when it looked as if the sun might take time off, campus and community leaders gathered to celebrate the completion of Skidmore's solar array. The sun came out when the ribbon was cut.
Greenspace: Skidmore's environmental strategy embraces every spot on campus, and beyond
Ranks of loaner bikes outside Scribner Library, a large garden with a tool shed on
Wiecking Hall lawn, a plug-in kiosk for electric cars in Palamountain parking lot--
Skidmore's campus looks a lot different than it did just a few years ago.
News archives- March 06, 2015
Carrying Water
3:00 PM to 5:00 PM - March 10, 2015
Water Bottle Information Tabling
8:00 AM to 9:00 AM - April 08, 2015
Middle East Movie Screening
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
STUDENTS: The Skidmore Sustainability Office is now hiring for the summer and 2015-2016 academic year positions! Click here to view job descriptions and instructions on how to apply.
