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Amherst Earns Gold Star in Sustainability

Amherst Earns Gold Star in Sustainability

The Office of Sustainability announced that the college has achieved a Gold rating in AASHE’s STARS program, which focuses on a holistic assessment of campus sustainability practices.
Talia Ehrenberg '28 Oct 23, 2024
Demolition of Merrill, CAP Construction on Schedule

Demolition of Merrill, CAP Construction on Schedule

Work on the new student center and the geothermal heating system overtook campus this summer and will continue through the fall. The projects are on-schedule despite weather challenges.
Jerry Levy '25 Sep 20, 2023
Geothermal Energy Switch Makes College History

Geothermal Energy Switch Makes College History

The Student explored the function and significance of the college’s new heating and cooling system, which will be largely powered by geothermal energy. The switch marks a major step forward in the plan to decarbonize the campus by 2030.
Nife Joshua '26 Mar 29, 2023
Climate Action Plan Construction Begins

Climate Action Plan Construction Begins

On March 13, construction began on the college’s project to transition all buildings to carbon-free heating and cooling systems. The construction represents the next stage of the college’s sweeping Climate Action Plan (CAP), which commits Amherst to full decarbonization by 2030.
Leo Kamin '25 Mar 22, 2023

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