Environmental issues

VCU’s many positive contributions to the community also drive a substantial environmental footprint. From our growing residential community, to our teaching and research activity, and the operation of healthcare facilities, we are responsible for managing the energy and emissions, water consumption, and waste generated in our facilities. This working group will explore these challenges and as they relate to the integration of reducing the environmental impact of the university and health system.

Working group members

• David Berdish, executive-in-residence, supply chain management and analytics, VCU School of Business, co-chair
• Carlos Brown, executive director for support services, VCU Health, co-chair
• Lauren Bailey, project manager, VCU Planning & Design
• Anya Baranova, biotechnology professional, Ambulatory Surgery Center, VCU Health
• Sarah Barber, project manager, VCU Planning & Design
• Sylvia Britt, director for support services and contract management, VCU Facilities Operations
• Orina Chen, ONE VCU Sustainability Plan intern
• Andria Davis, director, supply chain operations, VCU Health
• Mark Emery, sustainability, HazMat and waste program director, Safety Department, VCU Health
• Jane Hagen, sustainability data coordinator, VCU Sustainability
• Nitin Kanuri, ONE VCU Sustainability Plan intern
• Lisa Morris, project coordinator, Enterprise Portfolio Management Office, VCU Health
• Mike Risley, analytics engineer, VCU Engineering & Utilities
• Larry Shirts, director for support services, plant operations & maintenance, VCU Health
• Gabe Susca-Lopata, energy manager, VCU Engineering & Utilities 
  
• Mike Trzesniowski, director for engineering & utilities, VCU Engineering & Utilities
• Megan Wood, project manager, VCU Administration