Climate Change Data

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Economic Impact
• Community Engagement
• Cultural Enrichment
• Workforce Development
• Historic Preservation

Environmental Achievements

• SCAD’s acquisition, restoration, and reuse of historic buildings and homes throughout Savannah have been a driving force behind Savannah’s reputation as a place of architectural and cultural significance. It has also been the ignition for neighborhood improvement and redevelopment efforts.

Social Achievements

• SCAD generates more than $26.5 million annually in economic impact for state and local economies due to charitable donations and volunteer activities by faculty, staff, and students.
• SCAD’s alumni have established more than 50 businesses in Savannah.
• SCAD provides significant cultural enrichment for Savannah, Atlanta, and the state of Georgia through events like the SCAD Savannah Film Festival and deFINE ART.

Governance Achievements

• Not disclosed

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• Off-campus student housing potentially increasing the cost of rentals and impacting affordable housing.
• Not disclosed

Mitigation Strategies

• SCAD reports that more than 44 percent of its students live in college-owned, -operated or -affiliated housing, helping maintain a balance between accommodating student housing needs and preserving affordable housing for long-term residents.

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: Not disclosed

Responsible Procurement

• Not disclosed

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks

• Not disclosed

Transition Risks

• Not disclosed

Opportunities

• Not disclosed

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: Null

Certifications: Null

Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed

UN Sustainable Development Goals

• Not disclosed

Not disclosed

Sustainable Products & Innovation

• Not disclosed

Awards & Recognition

• Not disclosed