Water Conservation
Loyola is located along the shores of a national treasure, Lake Michigan. And the University recognizes that, with such close proximity, the potential to undervalue the Lake's gifts—fresh drinking water, recreational amenities and more—can exist.
Therefore, from faculty to administration, staff, and students, Loyola is the leading university in Chicago on aquatic research, takes a stand on fair access to drinking water, and conserves the precious resource that is also known as "blue gold".
Storm Water Management
Loyola's landscaping is designed to support sustainable storm water management practices, keeping millions of gallons from the sewer system and reducing community flooding. Read more...
Solutions To Environmental Problems: Water Course
Students can take the STEP Water course to study issues regarding water conservation, and initiate and lead campus projects pertaining to these topics. Read more...
Student-Driven Bottled Water Ban
Loyola students voted to ban the sale of bottled water on campus, viewing access to water as a fundamental human right. Read more...
Green Laboratories
Some of the most resource intensive activities on a college campus are those connected with our laboratories. Read more...
Aquatic Ecology Research
Faculty and students conduct collaborative research on aquatic ecology and regional water issues. Read more...
Native Landscaping
Native landscaping is used on Loyola's grounds for a variety of environmental benefits. Read more...
Green Rooftops
Loyola has more green roofs than any other college in the midwest. Read more...
Garden Design Competition
A workshop competition was held in 2015 for students and professional landscape architects and designers to create a garden design for the east lawn of Burrowes Hall. Read more...
Green Cleaning
Cleaning products used on campus meet certain green standards. Read more...
Smart Irrigation
Loyola implements water-smart landscaping and a "Smart Irrigation System" to conserve water. Read more...
Gentle Pavement De-Icing
Facilities Management at Loyola uses some sugar beet-based anti-icing granules to protect the watershed and Lake Michigan. Read more...
