Auburn University: Global Warming
Auburn leading efforts against global climate change - 11/28/07
Concerns for global climate change have led to political activism advocating proposals to mitigate, eliminate, or adapt to it. There seems to be much disagreement and dissension among representatives at the federal level, which has thrust much of the burden of concern on individual states, research institutions and private agencies.
Auburn University has emerged as a research institution that is committed to leading the nationwide charge against global climate change. Through various environmental sustainability programs and climate change initiatives, the groundbreaking research and educative awareness ongoing at Auburn is forcing people around the country to take notice.
These innovations won't solve the nation's crisis immediately, but the results of the research and awareness being raised could have a vast effect on the way communities and governments address the issue of global warming in the future.
Highlighting Auburn's efforts to promote sustainable development is the Auburn University Sustainability Initiative. Led by program director, Dr. Lindy Biggs, an associate professor of history, the purpose of the sustainability initiative is to educate about sustainability, to promote sustainable practices both on and off campus, and to provide resources and support for people who wish to incorporate sustainable practices into their work and life.
The organization is responsible for a variety of sustainability initiatives, including the Lug-A-Mug, AUBike, AU Recycling and Haley green roof projects.
The AUBike program strives to promote the use of alternatives to single-occupant vehicle transportation. The Campus Bike Committee is a group of students and staff who are dedicated to increasing bike usage and facilities on campus through education, planning and event coordination.
