Environmental Affairs Committee

Agenda

Call to Order: In attendance were Betsy Jordan, Thaddeus Phillips, Isaac Rodriguez Lupercio, Ferris Kawar	Public Comments: We have a new worm bin and can now double our composting.	Approval of Minutes: Minutes approved.	AS Funding for Sustainability Projects: Ferris spoke with AS President and Sustainability Director, all in agreement we want EV charging stations, questions regarding who pays for electricity and who will benefit.	New Procurement Director: The school has hired a new director. We want to be part of the discussion regarding sustainable procuremement; electric appliances and vehicles, etc.	“How to get involved in Sustainability” slide for faculty syllabi.: Ferris is working on a pre-made slide to distribute to all faculty. Slides promote other sustainable courses, on-campus activities, clubs, AS, certification, etc.	Divestment Updates: Students working with Chase to see if there is an account possible not assoc with fossil fuels.	September 30, 2021