Joel makes great points about the greening of higher education and cites several innovative programs. Every college administrator should read this article and understand his messages. It does make you wonder if the majority of colleges and universities really get it, about sustainability though. My company (Arnold Creek Productions) is producing an educational video on sustainability in higher education. We have learned about some of the fantastic programs and projects going on around the country. However, we don't see many examples of institutions effectively integrating sustainability or green thinking across the curriculum, administration and campus -- and outside within their communities. The positive news is that many are at least beginning this journey and recognizing their important role in being responsible businesses, leaders, educators and members of a broader community.

As the student leader of my University's environmental group, I have to say... Woohoo!

We are working as hard as we can to change the way things are done, from ending the use of styrofoam and getting the Cafeteria to purchase only organic, to improved insulation of the buildings.

Mind you, the uphill battle that we're fighting against administrations that place incredible value on money doesn't make life easier, but it wouldn't be much fun without a little challenge.