What INTERNAL STRENGTHS does the university possess in each form of capital to assist with its sustainability and carbon neutrality goals?

UNE strives to be more sustainable and carbon neutral. For social capital UNE is striving to be carbon neutral by 2040, and has many clubs that strive for sustainability such as Earth’s eco, the honey bee conservation club and many more. “Colleges and universities rely heavily on promoting social capital as a means to enrich campus life, stature, influence, and effectiveness. Campus life is typically rich with affiliations, clubs, networks, and associations. The desire to increase one’s social capital is a primary reason for attending a college” (Thomashow 106). UNE’s Natural capital comes from the scenic beaches and woodlands that UNE has. The 363-acre woodlands and beach by the marine center bring in a lot of natural capital.

What INTERNAL WEAKNESSES must the university overcome in each form of capital to achieve its sustainability and carbon neutrality goals?

The expansion of UNE will hinder sustainable unless the school makes adjustments to prior buildings. Many buildings on campus need to be updated along with parking. These are the areas that students notice as well.

Thomashow, Mitchell. The Nine Elements of a Sustainable Campus, MIT Press, 2014.