Category: Universities
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2012 College Housing Report: 70% say they will upgrade campus furniture in the next five years
Based on data from 50 current campus housing construction projects, the 2012 annual College Housing Report published by College Planning…
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A temple of the future: University of Delaware opens eco-friendly lab
“Many states can offer financial incentives to attract business, but the environment is what set this area apart,” said KR…
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When words collide: University students pushing for sustainable tourism
The Giving Bag concept – a campaign designed for hoteliers by two Cornell students – took home first place at…
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Sustainability survey reveals age disparities on campus
A recent survey conducted at the University of Michigan asked more than 6,600 students, faculty and staff about sustainability awareness…
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Greener pastures on the horizon: The Kendall College hospitality trend report
As a team, we’ve enjoyed watching the travel and tourism industry progress over the last 10 months – being a…
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How to green the ivory towers of higher education
As avid environmentalists, The Refinishing Touch is always thrilled to see the green practices being implemented – and even invented…
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A new take on facilities: how universities can re-vamp for longevity
In a recent article featured in Building Design and Construction, Peter Fabris, contributing editor, discusses the way campuses are morphing…
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A critical look at the university sustainability plan
In the past decade, colleges and universities have seen a tremendous change in attitude towards environmental responsibility and sustainability. With…
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The Refinishing Touch blog poll: Schools back in session – do colleges need to be greener?
After a busy summer season of preparing dormitories and campus centers across the US and Canada for the influx of…
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Antioch college brings its oldest building into the green future
Even buildings constructed 160 years ago are capable of becoming sustainable, eco-friendly facilities that developers strive towards in today’s environmentally…