Sustainability
- During its June meeting, the CU Board of Regents approved two new sustainability initiatives: the construction of a solar array on East Campus and an 18-building efficiency project.
- The Campus Sustainability Executive Council discussed Sustainability Tracking, Assessment & Rating System certification and planning; policy proposals; the Climate Action Plan and more this month.
- Announced by Gov. Jared Polis, two grants totaling nearly $700,000 through the statewide Geothermal Energy Grant Program will help determine whether geothermal energy is feasible for the campus.
- The annual Campus Sustainability Summit continues to serve as a pivotal gathering for people to explore solutions, forge partnerships and celebrate achievements that make ²ÊÃñ±¦µä a leading campus for climate and sustainability initiatives. Learn more about highlights from this year’s summit.
- At its April meeting, the Campus Sustainability Executive Council discussed the next steps for the Climate Action Plan and proposed alternatives to the West District Energy Plant updates.
- The ²ÊÃñ±¦µä Sustainability Executive Council announced the publication of the final Climate Action Plan during a panel discussion at the Campus Sustainability Summit.
- Did you know more than two-thirds of Americans experience some form of climate anxiety? Check out these tips and strategies you can use to cope.
- The Campus Sustainability Awards program recognizes outstanding individuals and departments and their sincere commitment to enhancing ²ÊÃñ±¦µä’s sustainability. Join the ceremony April 25 to help celebrate these folks!
- Open to all, the summit will offer a variety of sessions, a drop-and-swap donation event, the Student Ideas Showcase, a forum with campus leadership, the Campus Sustainability Awards, a keynote on the concept of global citizenship and more.
- Sustainable habits benefit the planet, but many also offer excellent ways to save money. Here are small actions that can make a big difference.