The University of Vermont supports green initiatives, develops sustainability champions through online certificate program

The University of Vermont is just one of many organizations doing its part to commit to and create a sustainable future. The University has partnered with University Alliance to offer 100 percent online, instructor-led, video-based e-learning sustainability training to professionals and organizations across all industries. TheAdvanced Certificate in Sustainable Innovationhelps professionals and organizations:

Optimize operations efficiencies to decrease waste

"Green" the bottom line

Save energy lowering overall operational costs

Minimize carbon footprint

Foster critical stakeholder buy-in

Comply with government regulations

The University of VermontOnline, a leader in sustainability, is helping organizations of all types train change agents in this in-demand field and transform these professionals into drivers of sustainability. Companies know the importance of theirTriple Bottom Lineand how becoming environmentally responsible and socially aware will lead to overall increased efficiencies and profit maximization.
To find out more about how theUniversity of Vermont's Advanced Certificate in Sustainable Innovation can lead to corporate sustainability, or to enroll today, call 855-300-1467 or visit http://www.UniversityOfVermontOnline.com.
The movement towards a sustainable future is critical and an increasing number of organizations everywhere understand the necessity to implement sustainable innovation as a core initiative. Other multinational corporations ‘and even professional sport associations ‘are continuously expressing their commitment towards a sustainable future.On April 4-11, the National Basketball Association, through their partnership with the Natural Resources Defense Council, launched their third annual NBA Green Week with the primary goal of raising awareness for the environment and generating funds to protect the planet.
Professionals across all industries will gain the skills to implement sustainability business strategies and techniques and to establish themselves as agents of change, driving their organizations towards becoming leaders in a sustainable future.
About theUniversity of Vermont
Founded in 1791, theUniversity of Vermontcombines faculty-student relationships most commonly found in a small liberal arts college with the resources of a major research institution. It is the fifth oldest university in New England (afterHarvard,Yale,DartmouthandBrown). Located inBurlington, Vermont, UVM's setting in a valley on the shores of Lake Champlain, between the Adirondack and the Green mountain ranges, inspires visitors and residents alike.
About University Alliance
The University Alliance (UA) facilitates the promotion and online delivery of associate's, bachelor's and master's degrees as well as professional certificate programs from the nation's leading traditional universities and institutions. Powered by UA's technology and support services, its university partners have surpassed 450,000 online enrollments ‘making UA the largest facilitator of e-learning in the country. University partners includeVillanova University, theUniversity of Notre Dame'sMendoza Collegeof Business,Florida Institute of Technology,Michigan State University, theUniversity of San Francisco, the University of Vermont, theUniversity of Scranton,Jacksonville University,Dominican University andNew England College.
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