The Green Initiative Fund (T.G.I.F.) - Vote between May 4th - 8th!
Written by Brendan Castricano
This spring’s May 4th-8th PSU Student Government elections will feature a referendum sponsored by students to create a $5/term green fee.
In all, this will establish:
Flex Pass Subsidy: Provide a subsidy to decrease the cost of the current FlexPass program. This is the first of many steps to creating a universal pass for all students at PSU. Special Sustainability Projects Fund: Establish a student-governed grant making committee for small scale sustainable capital projects, such as bike parking stations, bikes for the new bike loan program, water bottle refilling stations, etc. Green Revolving Loan Fund: to support sustainability projects that will result in long-term savings for students. Such projects include energy efficient lighting, energy and water conservation projects and highly efficient computer labs. The Revolving Loan Fund will be self-sustaining and grow over time as the funds are constantly “revolving” or being used, earned back, and reinvested. Conservation and Renewable Energy Manager: Provide a living wage salary for a new energy manager, who will focus on coordinating energy efficiency projects, as well as managing the Green Revolving Loan Fund.
This represents an opportunity for the city of Portland’s only public university, and the largest university in the state with over 27,000 students to begin taking tangible steps toward becoming a leader in campus sustainability.
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