Burning Kumquat Thrives While Students Away

Days after the university announced that students would not be able to return from spring break, the Office of Sustainability, student leaders from the Burning Kumquat, and faculty fellows living on-campus quickly started to organize to ensure that the on-campus farm would be maintained and cultivated. Today, thanks to the hard work of people on the ground, including faculty fellow Trevor Sangre and their family (photo above) and Grounds Services and contractor Focal Pointe, the garden is thriving. Harvests are being either donated to local food pantries or preserved for the fall, and the space is benefitting from landscape and infrastructure upgrades. “We definitely couldn’t have continued as a club without their help,” said Maya Tsingos, a rising sophomore. “We’re so incredibly grateful for all of their efforts and really happy that they are able to continue what we can’t. And we hope that they are able to enjoy a little bit of the garden that we love.” More>>
Rethinking the Way we Dress
As more consumers are striving to align their purchasing practices with their values of equity and sustainability, we must once again talk about fast fashion. Learn how to break free from a system that is catastrophic for workers, public health, and the environment. More>>
Tips for Safe and Effective Cleaning
As our cleaning, sanitizing, and disinfecting practices have intensified with COVID-19, so has our potential exposure to toxic chemicals. Learn how to choose products that are effective against the spread of the virus and limit harm to human and environmental health. More >>
Brianna Chandler, Inspiring Leader
Brianna Chandler, rising sophomore and one of our brilliant student associates, was interviewed by the New York Times as one of four young activists that are fighting for a just future. "My generation is calling for abolition rather than reform", she said. More>>
A Policy Toolkit on St. Louis' Model
In recent months, St. Louis has made headlines for the adoption of several climate-forward policies and initiatives. To encourage other municipalities to follow suit, the USGBC Missouri Gateway Chapter, with support from WashU, just released a “policy toolkit”. More>>
Green Your Home Virtual Series
July 28, 10-11a (CST), Facebook Live 
Hosted by EarthWays Center, earthday 365, & Perennial, the next in this series of live programs will feature Jean Ponzi on DIY green cleaners and disinfectants. More>> 
Annual Operation Clean Stream
Register before August 7 for a cleaning between August 15-23. Join this organized effort with your immediate household to clean up our local rivers and streams! Chose from many locations - on land, or water - and difficulty levels. More>>
Sustainability Skills Coffee Break
July 24, 10 - 10:30a (CST), on Zoom
Whether at the public, private, or interpersonal level, Katy Mike Smaistrla will go over what future sustainability professionals need in their “toolbox”. Registration required. More>>
Missouri Primary Election Day 8/4
If you’re already registered in Missouri, you’re eligible to vote in this election! There are three possible ways to vote: in person, using an absentee ballot, or using a mail-in ballot. Visit the Gephardt Institute for resources. More>>
Apply for D&I Director with MOBOT
The Missouri Botanical Garden is recruiting a Director of Diversity and Inclusion, a key leadership position to ensure all staff have the necessary capabilities and environment to contribute, be valued and belong. More>>
Paid Remote Internships with ENVS
The two new Impact Internship opportunities with Environmental Studies include one position in Racial Equity & Energy with Idleburg Consultants, and in Grassroots Organizing with the Sierra Club. Apply by August 2. More>
Work in Community Development
The City of St. Louis is hiring two positions in Community Development to research and recommend solutions to economic development and urban growth related problems. Positions open until filled. More>>
Volunteer for Bike & Peds Counts
Trailnet is seeking volunteers to count bicyclist, pedestrian, and scooter traffic at designated locations from 7 - 9a and 6 - 8p on July 25 - 30 to document the change in usage of closed streets during the pandemic. More>>
Become a Green Schools VISTA
Missouri Green Schools is a program to help schools improve health and sustainability. Four AmeriCorp VISTAs are currently sought to help develop and launch the program during the upcoming school year. More>>
Apply for Local Sustainability Job
The City of Creve Coeur is seeking a Temporary Business Sustainability Coordinator to educate and promote solid waste reductions and recycling practices to local businesses. Part-time position with flexible hours. More>>
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