New Tool to Explore WashU Sustainability at Large

Since last summer, both the Whispers Café in the Olin Library and the second floor of the Schnuck Pavilion feature a “sustainability dashboard”, an interactive screen that provides users with a fun and engaging experience. Its primary purpose is to connect existing and prospective students, families, and visitors to the vast network of sustainability opportunities on campus, across schools, departments, and disciplines. As such, the dashboard provides an interdisciplinary and comprehensive exploration of WashU’s efforts to advance sustainability through teaching, research, operations, and community partnerships. Next time you visit the dashboard, make sure to “Test Your Knowledge” by taking the sustainability quiz! More >>

Local Legislation Fights Climate Crisis
This winter, St. Louis City passed an ordinance that requires all new commercial and residential construction in St. Louis to be "solar-ready"; and the County Council voted to pass an updated building code that is 15% more energy efficient than what is currently in place. Kudos! More >>
LED Light Bulbs Swap Now Available 
LED bulbs use about 84% less energy than conventional incendescent bulbs. To make it easy for everyone to reduce electricity use from lighting, we are offering LED bulbs to anyone who would like to swap their CFL or incandescent bulbs, free of charge. More >>
Tips for a Plastic-Free Bathroom
Did you know that all plastic ever manufactured since it was invented in 1907 is still on our planet? Plastic is everywhere and it's hard to avoid... but not impossible. We compiled tips and resources to help you kick off the new decade by going plastic-free in your bathroom! More>>
Global Warming Across the Aisle
A survey shows that "a majority of a sampling of Republicans and Democrats who intend to vote in Presidential primary believe there is evidence that the Earth is warming, recognize that humans caused much of the problem, and support a range of policies to address it." More >>
Screening of "The True Cost"
Date: February 5, 7:30 - 9:30p
Location: Givens Hall, Kemp Auditorium
Free screening hosted by WUpcycle showcasing  documentary that pulls back the curtain on the untold story of fast fashion. More >>
Environmental Studies Across A&S
Date: February 7, 2 - 3p
Location: Women’s Building Formal Lounge
How do sciences and humanities work together to further environmental studies in the university? A discussion with Dean Barbara Schaal. More >>
Community Agriculture Conference
Date: February 23, 12 - 5p
Location: International Institute of St. Louis
An annual gathering for those from the gardening and urban agriculture communities, featuring a keynote and breakout sessions. More >>
Green Labs Info Sessions
Medical School: Feb 7, 11:45a - 12:45p, FLTC
Danforth Campus:  Feb 12, 3-4p, McMillen 311
Come learn more about the Green Labs Program and discover ways that your lab can sign on for energy savings and waste prevention! More >>
The Power of Material Specification
Date: February 11, 5:30 - 7:30p
Location: Alberici Headquarters, St. Louis
Learn how building products can reduce their footprint and even become carbon sinks that help remove GHG from the atmosphere. More >>
Hacking Climate Change with Science
Date: February 22, 11a - 12:30p
Location: McMillan Hall, room G052
As part of the Master of Liberal Arts lecture series Professor of Chemistry Sophia Hayes will discuss tackling climate change. More >>
Apply to Work with Sierra Club
The Sierra Club is hiring a Campaign Representative for its clean energy campaigns in Kansas. This position will coordinate the Beyond Coal campaign, as well as other campaigns aimed at averting the climate crisis. More>>
Get Involved with Local USGBC
This spring, the USGBC Missouri Gateway Chapter offers a variety of student opportunities, including the Green Shadow Mentoring program, networking sessions, monthly evening programs, and discounted memberships. More>>
Participate in Art Contest
"Saving Endangered Species College Student Art Contest" encourages college students, ages 17 to 30, to share their art and take action for wildlife on campus and in their community. Submission deadline: Feb 16 More>>
Apply to Become a Goldman Fellow
The Goldman Fellows Program supports continuing undergraduate students who secure substantive, unpaid summer internships at nonprofit, community, or governmental orgs in the region. Application due: Feb 14 More>>
Attend Online EcoCareers Conference
The National Wildlife Federation EcoCareers Conference, happening online April 1-2, prepares students and young professionals for wildlife and sustainability careers by featuring leading analysts and employers. More>>
Work or Intern with Urban Harvest STL
Urban Harvest STL is hiring an Assistant Farmer, an Event & Marketing Coordinator, a Volunteer Coordinator, and is also accepting applications for its "Leadership in Agriculture Internship" (multiple internships spring - fall 2020). More>>
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