Green Office Program Relaunches!

After an extended pause during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Green Office program has officially relaunched! The time has never been better to incorporate sustainability into your office's operations.

The Green Office program plays an integral role in the overall sustainability of the University. Office environments throughout WashU’s campuses are significant consumers of energy and materials, as well as decentralized contributors to our waste stream. Through the Green Office Program, offices are given tools and resources to be more sustainable and receive recognition once they do so. As of early 2020, 110 Green Offices were certified: 19 Platinum, 33 Gold, 43 Silver, and 15 Bronze.

Learn more about how WashU's green offices adapted during the pandemic and tips for relaunching your Green Office (or launching for the first time!) More>>
Special announcement! 
We are very excited to announce the winner of the Plastic Free Ecochallenge midpoint raffle. Congratulations to Jia Luo who is currently ranked in 11th place with 338 points! Jia can look forward to receiving a Swedish dishcloth, a reusable cotton bag, loose leaf tea, soap bag and bar of soap! The final raffle will be among the top 5 points earners at the end of the month. We will announce the winner in our August newsletter. 
SPARK: Sustainability Leadership
WashU student leaders will come together through a new sustainability leadership training program, which includes peer-led presentations, outdoor activities, and an overnight retreat. Space is limited. More>> 
WashU Plastic Free Ecochallenge
The Plastic Free Ecochallenge is well underway! We've held some great events (a DIY tote bag event!) and are looking forward to more programming (homemade yogurt demo!). It's not too late to join. More>>
Move-out Donations
This summer, donation programs offered students an alternative to discarding their unwanted items, instead redistributing them to the broader community. Thousands of items have been re-homed! More>>
Deaths from Fossil Fuels
Dr. Randall Martin of the McKelvey School co-led a global interdisciplinary probe into the causes and health effects of air pollution. Over one million deaths in 2017 could be attributed to burning fossil fuels. More>>
 
Homemade Yogurt Demo
July 15, 12 - 1 pm, virtual 
Join us as Cassie Hage, Assistant Director of Sustainability, demonstrates how to make zero waste homemade yogurt. Gather a handful of supplies and cook along with us! More>>
Tyson Seminar Series
Thursdays, 4 pm
Every summer, Tyson hosts a weekly seminar series with presentations on environmental topics. Engage with local and national research. This week: ants! More>>
Green Labs Digital Summit
July 20-21, virtual
Learn the broad benefits of having a green lab and how to achieve one effectively. Hear from industry experts who will share their experiences and offer advice. More>>
Board & Explore STL
Ongoing through August 31
Download an informational booklet to access coupons that can be redeemed for free transit rides to explore the many area attractions St. Louis has to offer. More>>
 
Sustainability Intern Positions
In preparation for the fall semester, the Office of Sustainability is opening up applications for fall intern positions. Visit our website for more information.  More>>
Become a WUGA!
WashU Green Ambassadors are peer educators supported by Office of Sustainability. WUGAs introduce students to campus programs & participate in SPARK training.  More>>
Food Scraps Drop-off Program
Drop off food scraps every Saturday with earthday365's new pilot program. Drop-off is available at two farmers markets: Tower Grove and Ferguson. More>>
BEEx-STL job opening
The USGBC-Missouri Gateway chapter is seeking qualified candidates for the director position of the Building Energy Exchange - St. Louis (BEExSTL). More>>
Film Screening
Registration is open for Interfaith Power & Light's summer film, Other Side of the Hill. This film highlights rural leaders taking climate action in their communities. More>>
GPRO training
GPRO Operations and Maintenance Essentials provides building professionals with strategies to improve efficiency, comfort, and health in existing buildings. More>>
Urban Harvest internships
The intern program is focused on empowering individuals to become more active in their gardens and communities with an emphasis on food justice. More>>
Northside Women's Farming
This apprenticeship is open to women and non-binary individuals. Apprentices will learn a variety of urban farming skills and causes of food access disparities. More>>
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