Chancellor's Advisory Committee on Sustainability

The Chancellor’s Advisory Committee on Sustainability (CACS) is designed to promote environmental stewardship and development that is based on ecological principles at the University of California, Merced.

Sustainability refers to the physical development and institutional operating practices that meet the needs of present users without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs, particularly with regard to the use and conservation of natural resources.

The committee is charged with advising the chancellor on matters pertaining to environmental sustainability, goals, policies, and practices at UC Merced.

CACS advises the chancellor on all matters of sustainability, development, management, and operation of the campus and its facilities, and advocates for programs and initiatives that continuously improve campus performance on matters of sustainability.

More information on the Sustainability Strategic plan can be found at this link.

Chancellor's Advisory Committee on Sustainability

Committee Charge

Sustainability refers to meeting the needs of the current generation without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their needs. The Chancellor's Advisory Committee on Sustainability is charged with advising the Chancellor on matters pertaining to sustainability goals, policies, and practices at UC Merced. The committee also advocates for programs and initiatives that continuously improve campus sustainability performance.

Vision

The Chancellor's Advisory Committee on Sustainability promotes a holistic, environmentally-friendly practice and provides a forum to review, advise and highlight sustainability research, practice, and policy, coordinate sustainability opportunities, and enable students to lead a culture of sustainability here at UC Merced.

Mission

The Chancellor's Advisory Committee on Sustainability keeps the campus informed on issues of sustainability and promotes collaborative partnerships with stakeholders and students. The group identifies important, specific sustainability-related activities to achieve, and reports campus accomplishments.

Members

Faculty

Staff

Students