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Sustainability

FARMINGDALE GOES FOR THE GREEN

Farmingdale State College (FSC) is committed to advancing green energy and sustainability principles. We strive to make our campus a more sustainable place to live, work and learn by incorporating environmental protection, economic vitality and social equity into our policies and procedures. Here at FSC, it is easy being green. 

As one of FSC's core values, sustainability is integrated in all of our campus operations and much of our curriculum. Below you will find resources such as our sustainability reports, how you can get involved, and what actions we're taking to reduce our carbon footprint.

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Ditching the Disposables

FSC's Plastic Elimination Plan

Farmingdale State is required to eliminate the use of single-use plastic items across the entire campus and any affiliated organizations. In accordance with Policy 5201: Elimination of Single Use Plastics and Preference for Durable and Reusable Alternatives, FSC has created a plastic elimination plan.


Virtual Campus Sustainability Tour

Sustainability Events

Date Name Time Location
6/9/26 SUNY Sustainability Conference 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Farmingdale State College
6/10/26 SUNY Sustainability Conference 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Farmingdale State College
6/11/26 SUNY Sustainability Conference 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Farmingdale State College
Last Modified 9/29/25