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Colleges have rankings based on class size, majors, location…and lots of other factors that attract (or deter) kids from going. For me, it was all about location. For today’s college kids, the environment plays a role in their decision, with two-thirds of college applicants say a school’s green record would influence their enrollment decision. I hope businesses are taking note and realizing the importance of going green.

The Sierra magazine has just released its third annual list off what it calls “the most eco-enlightened colleges.” Scores were assigned in efficiency, energy, food, academics, purchasing, transportation, waste management and administration.  Here are the top 10 green schools:

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