As a charter signatory of the national Climate Leadership Commitment for colleges and universities and the We Are Still In declaration, Southern is committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions in operations, and fostering climate resilience and sustainable practices on campus and as part of a broader community.
Southern is part of a coalition of colleges and universities across the United States and internationally that have formally committed to climate leadership, net-carbon neutrality by 2050, and actively engaging campus and surrounding communities in climate resilience and adaptation.
The Werth Center for Coastal and Marine Studies offers endowed research fellowships for undergraduate and graduate students.
A 1.2 MW solar array on Farnham Avenue and Wintergreen Garage combines parking canopy, ground mount, and rooftop panels.
While we understand the urgency and scale required to meet these goals, we are proud of our progress and welcome the efforts and energy of our entire campus community to participate.
Southern's School of Business is the first CT State-owned building with a Net-Zero design, opened in 2023. The Academic and Laboratory Science Building is LEED Gold certified, and all students, both undergraduate and graduate, are eligible for a U-Pass to access Connecticut trains, buses, and small-town transit statewide. U-Passes are available at the Card Office in the Wintergreen Building.
SCSU students plant trees on Fitch Street as part of the First Year Experience.