President's Climate Commitment (PCC)- Furman University was one of the first to sign the commitment that now has 583 signatories. Dr. Shi, the university's president, is also a member of the steering committee.

Year of the Sciences - 2008-2009 has been declared as Furman's "Year of the Sciences." Click here to read an article about this year's theme.

President's Report on Sustainability - A PDF view of Dr. Shi's Sustainability Report, and info about what's been happening around campus, green style.

The Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE)- AASHE is an association of colleges and universities in the U.S. and Canada working to create a sustainable future. It was founded in 2006 with a mission to promote sustainability in all sectors of higher education - from governance and operations to curriculum and outreach - through education, communication, research and professional development. Businesses, NGO's, and government agencies can participate as AASHE partner members.

Campus Environment 2008: A National Report Card on Sustainability in Higher Education- This comprehensive study by National Wildlife Federation and Princeton Survey Research Associates International reviews trends and new developments in environmental performance and sustainability at 1,068 institutions. It recognizes colleges and universities for exemplary efforts and awards academic letter grades (A through D) for collective, national performance on environmental literacy, energy, water, transportation, landscaping, waste reduction and more. The report analyzes collective trends in the areas of management, operations, and academics.

The National Wildlife Federation's Guide to Climate Action Planning- This guide addresses a simple question: How can colleges and universities significantly reduce their greenhouse gas emissions quickly and cost effectively? Reducing emissions without a climate action plan is like constructing a building without a blueprint – the outcome is unlikely to meet the original goals in a timely manner. Cutting an institution’s climate footprint efficiently requires careful planning, but the time and energy invested in this process are well worth the return. The planning process engages a wide range of staff, faculty, administrators, and students to analyze and prioritize an array of low-carbon strategies. Once in place, the climate action plan provides the design and timeline for achieving one’s carbon reduction goals. Learn how others have developed cutting edge climate action plans and how you can create one for your campus. 

Environmental Protection Agency- EPA leads the nation's environmental science, research, education and assessment efforts. The mission of the Environmental Protection Agency is to protect human health and the environment. Since 1970, EPA has been working for a cleaner, healthier environment for the American people.

The Green Guide - National Geographic's Green Guide with tons of tips and tricks to be Green.

Oxfam America's Climate Change Campaign- find out more about how climate change affects the world's poorest people.

SustainUS is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, nonpartisan organization of young people advancing sustainable development and youth empowerment in the United States. Through proactive education and advocacy at the policy-making and grassroots levels, we are building a future in which all people recognize the inherent equality and interdependence of social, economic, and environmental sustainability.