Sustainability and Environmental Management Committee
The Sustainability and Environmental Management Committee (SEMC) is at the forefront of cultivating a campus where innovation and responsibility converge. The committee's mission is to promote sustainable practices throughout Aggieland by reducing the university’s ecological footprint and advancing sustainable practices campus-wide.
Committee
SEMC Charge
The Sustainability and Environmental Management Committee (SEMC) serves as an advisory committee to the Assistant Vice President for Environmental Health & Safety (the President’s designee).
The SEMC is responsible for drafting and reviewing environmental policies and programs, and making recommendations to enhance compliance, prevent pollution, promote education, foster environmental stewardship, and advance sustainability efforts.
Our Motto
RESPECT. PROTECT. PRESERVE.
Environmental Policy
At Texas A&M University, we are dedicated to implementing sustainable practices that safeguard our resources, prioritize the health and safety of our community, uphold accountability for our natural resources, and promote environmental awareness and proactive action.
To minimize our environmental impact, we are committed to:
- Reducing waste generation and promoting reuse and recycling initiatives.
- Encouraging the procurement of renewable, reusable, recyclable, and recycled materials.
- Mitigating risks related to the storage and disposal of hazardous substances.
- Supporting sustainability education and outreach efforts.
- Providing a platform for open dialogue on environmental issues, while establishing and periodically reviewing relevant objectives and targets.