- Idea Submission
A project leader submits an idea to the Office of Sustainability via the online Qualtrics submission form.
- Initial Review
The Office of Sustainability reviews the proposal and engages the Rice Sustainability Institute (RSI) when applicable. The project leader will be contacted if additional information or clarification is needed for their submission.
- Stakeholder Identification
The Office of Sustainability and/or RSI identifies relevant campus stakeholders.
- Stakeholder Engagement
The Office of Sustainability and/or RSI facilitates initial stakeholder engagement and coordinates meetings between stakeholders and the project leader.
- Project Development
The project leader, with the support of the Office of Sustainability and/or RSI, will develop the scope, goals, timeline, and funding/resource needs of the project.
- Project Implementation
The project leader implements the project with the stakeholders' support.
- Project Evaluation & Reporting
The project leader evaluates the results of the project and reports outcomes to the Office of Sustainability and/or the Rice Sustainability Institute.
- Project Showcasing & Archiving
The Office of Sustainability and/or the Rice Sustainability Institute, in partnership with the project leader, develops a case study and promotional materials from the project.