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Project Implementation

Project Design

Applicants should provide a more thorough design for the project by the third week of the grant period. This includes describing in more detail, the “area of opportunity”—a challenge, gap, or inefficiency related to sustainability within the campus or broader community. The proposal should explain:

  • Why is this area important to campus sustainability goals?
  • What insights or data led your team to identify this opportunity?
  • How your proposed project addresses this opportunity in a meaningful and innovative way.

The design should reflect a thoughtful understanding of sustainability principles and demonstrate potential for positive environmental, social, or economic impact.

Project Execution

Projects must be actively executed during the grant period. A small-scale pilot is acceptable and encouraged, especially if it allows for testing and refining the concept before broader rollout. Your proposal should include:

  • A timeline of key milestones and activities.
  • A description of resources and personnel involved.
  • A plan for engaging relevant stakeholders, such as students, staff, faculty, or community members.
  • Consideration of potential challenges and how they will be addressed.

The implementation should be feasible within the semester and demonstrate tangible progress toward sustainability goals.

Project Evaluation and Results Dissemination

All projects must include a plan for evaluating outcomes and sharing results with the campus community. Evaluation should be both qualitative and quantitative, and may include:

  • Metrics of success (e.g., energy saved, waste diverted, participation rates).
  • Lessons learned and feedback from project participants.
  • Visuals or documentation of the project in action to be shared via social media or the campus websites and newsletters.

At the end of the semester, teams will be required to share their work at a Sustainability Summit, providing an opportunity to showcase impact, reflect on the process, celebrate successes, and inspire others. Proposals should also include:

  • Ideas for scaling up or replicating the project in other areas of campus as applicable.
  • A roadmap or recommendations for future development, including potential partnerships or funding sources.