Green Fund Projects 2024
The following programs/initiatives/studies have been funded using Green Fee funds on 2024:
Name |
Description |
Award |
Date |
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Student Union, Water Bottle Filling Stations |
Reduce the number of plastic water bottles used by students by providing water stations to refill personal water vessels in the Student Union Building and EPNG Conference Center. |
$8,320.00 |
1/29/2024 |
Reduction of "Heat Island" outside of Student Union West |
Outdoor space at Union West is considered a "heat island" due to the amount of concrete and the lack of shade and vegetation. The installation of umbrellas and drought resistant potted plants will address this issue. |
$30,740.00 |
1/29/2024 |
Expand UTEP's solar charging station offerings |
Installation of two Solar Charging stations in the Student Union Building West 1 st floor patio. Helping to encourage students to be more energy conscious. |
$6,300.00 |
1/29/2024 |
Earth Summit 2024 |
SACNAS Paso del Norte student chapter, AWG Sun City, and Environmental Advocates SEEDS have collaborated to organize the 2024 Earth Summit. Objectives include, 1) to continue the celebration of Earth Month and unite students behind this year's theme of "Planet Vs Plastic", and 2) to raise awareness of environmental issues and provide opportunities for students to engage with UTEP and community organizations. |
$5,335.00 |
3/15/2024 |
Supporting UTEP's Campus Arboretum |
UTEP Arborist supervisor is proposing the replanting of 270 trees on the UTEP campus. He indicates that studies show that trees contribute to regional climatic resiliency, that they sequester carbon, produce oxygen, reduce erosion, offer shade, increase property value and support regional biodiversity. |
$18,294.00 |
3/15/2024 |