As the 2016-2017 academic year comes to an end, the Office of Sustainability celebrates and congratulates its interns who are graduating and beginning their professional careers: Leigh Fountain, Eric Gorzeman, Julie Kanter, Akua Maat, and Emily McMullen. These five students have been integral members of […]
This year, over 200 members of the Class of 2017 signed the Green Graduation Pledge, an indication of their desire to continue their commitment to sustainability after college. The pledge reads: I pledge to take into account the social and environmental consequences of any future […]
The Class of 2017 is invited to join thousands of graduates around the world in a commitment to making environmentally and socially responsible decisions. By signing the Green Graduation Pledge, students agree to “take into account the social and environmental consequences of any future endeavors […]
by Page Marshall By carpooling just twice a week, 1,600 pounds of greenhouse gasses can be kept from the air each year. As a result of this information, the limited use of Zimride on this campus has proven that […]
Q: My office uses a single-serve coffee maker. What is the environmental impact of these disposable plastic coffee pods? A: You have options: Lead by example. Brew an appropriately sized pot, use a reusable mug, and encourage others to do the same. Recycle your K-Cups. Branded K-cups […]