A Report on Environmental Racism in St. Louis

WashU's Interdisciplinary Environmental Clinic (IEC), which provides students with experiential learning while serving the community’s environmental needs, recently released an alarming report looking at environmental racism in St. Louis. The report finds that black St. Louisans are exposed to considerably greater environmental risks than white residents, contributing to stark racial disparities regarding health, economic burdens and quality of life. Findings also illustrate how environmental risks like lead, asthma, mold, air pollution, energy costs, food access, vacancy, and illegal dumping are inter-related, resulting in exacerbated impacts on people's lives. IEC stresses the urgent need to fix these deeply-rooted problems with solutions that explicitly seek to eliminate environmental racism and achieve racial justice. More >>

Metro Reimagined Renews Bus System
Starting Sept 30, Metro Transit's new plan for bus service in Missouri will be implemented. The new system consists of increased frequency for high-ridership routes and improved weekend service, but also simplified routes and discontinued lines. View the changes on interactive map. More >>
Green the Church Summit in St. Louis
WashU is pleased to support the 6th annual Green the Church (GTC) Summit by providing no-cost registration for a number of attendees. GTC empowers people of all faiths to be leaders in caring for the Earth, providing resources to advocate for healthier communities. More >>
New Scooter Policy to Improve Safety
In an effort to support the safety of all alternative transportation users, electric scooters, motorized skateboards, and hoverboards are no longer permitted on Danforth Campus sidewalks and pathways. E-scooter users must now dismount prior to entering the inner campus. More >>
Two New Positions for Climate Action
In May, Bloomberg Philanthropies announced its support to catalyzing climate action in the City of St. Louis, the St. Louis region, and the Midwest as a whole. Thanks to this generous gift, WashU is hiring a Climate and Energy Data Analyst and a Climate Outreach Coordinator. More>>
New Exchange Platform Avoids Waste
With frequent office moves and remodeling, high-quality furniture, equipment and supplies can become a burden rather than an asset. In an effort to better utilize these items, WashU has signed up a new platform that facilitates the internal recirculation of materials. More>>
Compost Launches in the DUC
WashU Dining Services has launched post-consumer compost collection at the Danforth University Center, one of its most public-facing and high-volume serveries. On either side of the dish return window, waste stations include bins for food, napkins and to-go boxes. More >>
Climate Strike in St. Louis
Date: September 20, 10a - 12:30p
Location: St. Louis City Hall, 1200 Market Street
March for climate justice, hear from local and national speakers and connect with activists and environmental groups. More >>
Bike Tune-Ups & Registration Drives
WUSM (Hope Plaza): Sept 26, 11a-2p
Danforth: Sept 27, 11a-2p & Oct 8, 1:30p-4:30p

Get your bike in tip-top shape before the cooler riding season! On Danforth, free registration will also be provided for all bike owners. More >>
WUSM E-Waste & Paper Shredding
Date: October 1, 7a - 10a
Location: Food Truck area, Scott @ Taylor Ave.
Bring accepted items to the collection drive where confidential papers and electronics will be safely recycled by certified vendors. More >>
Power Trip - The Story of Energy
Sept 23, 5-6p in Schnuck Pavilion (reception) 6-7p in Sumers Welcome Center (lecture)
Join author Michael Webber as he discusses his new book Power Trip: The Story of Energy. First 75 attendees will receive a signed copy! More >>
Electric Vehicles Lunch and Test Drive 
September 24 (two tier event) at WUSM
Learn about the history and technology of EVs at the lunch & learn (King Center, 12-12:45p) before getting the opportunity to test drive an actual electric car (food truck area, 1:30-4p). More >>
Sustainable Garden & Kitchen Seminar
Date: October 5, 9a - 4p
Location: Eliot Chapel, 100 S Taylor, Kirkwood
Hosted by the University of Missouri Extension, the conference covers vermi-composting, edible landscaping, brewing, and much more. More >>
Win Prizes at the Employee Picnic
By bringing a reusable water bottle, plate & utensils, bringing waste to a waste station or volunteering, attendees of the WUSM employee picnic can win prizes like bamboo cutlery sets, reusable metal straws, and a gift card! More>>
Bring Solar Home with Grow Solar
Homeowners in St. Louis, Maplewood, Clayton, Richmond Heights, and UCity may participate in a pilot program to make solar installations more affordable by pool buying power. Start by attending one of the many info sessions. More>>
Apply for the Sustainability Roadshow
The Career Center organizes a trip to Chicago for students to learn about industry roles, get inside top-notch organizations, meet alumni and recruiting contacts, and get valuable advice that will enhance candidacies. More>>
Volunteer at a Green Waste Station
Help us "green" two historic events at WashU: the East End Transformation Dedication on October 2 and Chancellor Martin’s Inauguration Celebration on October 3. Volunteers are needed to staff waste stations at the receptions. More>>
Volunteer at Trailnet's Ride the Rivers
Help Trailnet with their biggest fundraising ride of the year. Volunteers support registration, rest stops, setup and takedown. All volunteers receive a t-shirt and lunch! Opportunities available all day September 20 and 21. More>>
Get Involved with USGBC-MO Chapter
The local chapter of the USGBC offers ongoing opportunities for students to get involved. This fall, students can attend lectures for free, connect with professionals at a networking session, get a student membership, etc. More>>
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