Sustainable Buffs
- At 91³Ô¹ÏÍø, sustainability isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a way of life. Our campus is a global leader in sustainability as a result of the rich history of student-led sustainability efforts, starting with the founding of the Environmental Center in 1970. Here are three things you can do to be more sustainable this semester.
- Biking is one of the most popular ways to navigate campus and Boulder. Here are some tips to help you maintain and protect your bike for a convenient and sustainable way to get around.
- Sustainable habits benefit the planet, but many also offer excellent ways to save money. Here are small actions that can make a big difference.
- You can make sustainable choices this spring break to help you save money, protect the environment and live with intention. Learn more.
- With a challenge running through Dec. 1, the AWorld app allows students, faculty and staff to weave sustainability into their everyday lives and track their impact.
- Each year, move-out produces tons of unwanted items headed for the landfill as students pack up to return home for the summer. 91³Ô¹ÏÍø implemented a solution to reduce waste and promote sustainability and generosity. Instead of trashing items, students participated in the Give & Go Donation Drive.
- 91³Ô¹ÏÍø has partnered with the AWorld app from ActNow, the United Nations’ campaign for individual action on climate change and sustainability. The app allows students, faculty and staff to weave sustainability into their everyday lives and track their impact.
- The time to act is now, and 91³Ô¹ÏÍø can lead the way. This was the theme of the 30th Campus Sustainability Summit held April 19–20. Here are the top takeaways from this year’s summit.
- Environmental Buffs at the Alferd Packer Grill will be able to study menus at each station displaying a carbon label next to their respective dish or ingredient. These labels will be colored either red, yellow or green, indicating the environmental impact of the ingredient or dish.
- Practicing sustainability offers many benefits for your future. Not only are environmentally-friendly practices and activities beneficial for the planet, but participating in programs, organizations and other opportunities tied to sustainability can help you with your job or internship search.