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The Implementer
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Higher Education Leading on Climate
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Produced by Second Nature
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November 2015
In this issue…
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Charter Period Now Open
New Commitments Launch- video and photos
A New Season for Second Nature- by Tim Carter
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Educational Events
Resources
From the Second Nature Blog
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Meet the COP21 Delegation
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Charter Period Now Open
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for Climate & Resilience Commitments
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The Charter Signatory period for the Climate and Resilience Commitments is now open. To be included in these inaugural groups, a president or chancellor must sign the Climate Commitment by January 4, 2016, or sign the Resilience Commitment by April 22, 2016. Charter Signatories of the Climate and Resilience Commitments will be recognized on our website and in our publications. Become a Charter Signatory.
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New Commitments Launch
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Video and Photos from the Launch Event
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On October 4th and 5th, ten College and University Presidents and Chancellors joined Second Nature at Agnes Scott College for a two-day meeting to discuss climate leadership, and sign the newly-announced Climate Commitment. The attendees are part of a larger group of leaders that have pledged to sign this commitment. See more.
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A New Season for Second Nature
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by Tim Carter, President, Second Nature
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October brought Second Nature invigoration through a series of events that we were fortunate enough to lead and be a part of: the 2015 Climate Leadership Meeting, and AASHE's annual conference. Both were uniquely catalytic in different ways, and provided us with inspiration, insight, and new opportunities. Read more.
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NOV 19
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Climate Leadership Awards Video Voting Opens
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DEC 10
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Climate Leadership Awards Video Voting Closes
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RESOURCES
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The Climate Leadership Commitments: An Introduction
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This webinar, hosted by Second Nature, presents an overview of the newly launched Climate Commitment and Resilience Commitment, as well as the updated Carbon Commitment (formerly known as ACUPCC). Topics covered include the motivation behind the updates, new opportunities, and frequently asked questions. Watch.
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New Resources to Support the Climate Leadership Commitments
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This webinar highlights new resources by Second Nature, particularly the Sustainability Planning and Climate Action Guide, which includes new resilience guidance. It discusses how to access these resources, how to get the most of them, and how they can help you successfully implement your Climate Leadership Commitments on Campus. Watch.
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Climate Leadership Commitment Reporting Guidance
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This webinar, hosted by Second Nature, provides an overview of the reporting requirements for signatories of the Climate Leadership Commitments this January 15, 2016. Presenters also discuss how to submit reports and provide an update on the process for developing new reports for 2017. Watch.
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FROM THE SECOND NATURE BLOG
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Behind the Rebranding of Second Nature
by Joel Hubartt
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Early in 2015 Second Nature approached Studio Science with a unique opportunity. For years they had been publishing lengthy printed annual reports, detailing the previous years activities and accomplishments. This year they wanted to try something new and create a digital, interactive annual report. Studio Science was proud to have worked closely with Second Nature to release the 2014 Second Nature Annual Report. We were then invited to take on the challenge of assisting with Second Nature’s continued evolution by redesigning their brand. Read more.
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What’s In A Name?
by Tim Carter, President, Second Nature
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One of the hardest things to do before you have a baby is figuring out the name. I’ve had to do it three times and each time it wasn’t easy. Do we go old-school, new-school, trendy, traditional? Maybe just start numbering? Regardless of the process leading up to it, at a certain point you have to write a name down...
Why is this relevant to Second Nature? Well, for the past nine years, Second Nature has been a supporting organization for the American College & University Presidents’ Climate Commitment (ACUPCC). Most folks in higher education sustainability have heard about the ACUPCC, even if they can’t remember the name. Read More.
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Meet the COP21 Delegation
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Second Nature is sending three of our dedicated team members to Paris for COP21. To connect with us, contact any of the staff below.
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