Members of the Campus Enterprises team claimed two of the four NC State Green Brick Awards at the ceremony April 17. The Green Brick Awards recognize those with outstanding achievements in environmental sustainability on campus and in the community.
The staff award was given to David Johnson, a NC State Dining Chef at On the Oval, received the award for the development and execution of Centennial Campus’ rooftop garden. Since its inception last summer, the rooftop garden has successfully and sustainably produced fruits, vegetables and herbs that have been served to the patrons of On the Oval.
The campus department award was given to NC State University Student Centers for their efforts to augment sustainability efforts at the newly renovated Talley Student Union. Once the building is completed this summer, it is expected that Talley will earn LEED Silver Certification for leadership in energy and environmental design. In addition to this honor, Talley has successfully diverted 30 percent of its waste from landfills through vigorous recycling and composting program, and moves forward with efforts to actively diminish energy use.
The awards are given on behalf of the Office of Sustainability and sponsored by Coca-Cola.