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Pacifica Graduate Institute is a small graduate school for psychology and mythological studies in Carpinteria that has incorporated natural resource protection into its daily operations. The grounds of the campus are landscaped with renewable, edible, native, and Mediterranean drought tolerant plants maintained with drip and minispray systems to save water. In addition, trimmings and prunings from the landscape are composted and reapplied to the landscape and integrated pest management strategies are utilized to reduce the need for hazardous chemicals. Pacifica Graduate Institute has an active program for the recycling of paper, cardboard, aluminum, and plastic among other materials and purchases recycled-content materials wherever possible. Energy conservation practices are encouraged throughout the campus. Staff can have flexible schedules and telecommute to reduce traffic demands in the area.