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Water Assessment: Auburn University’s STARS Report STARS: Sustainability Tracking Assessment And Rating SystemSustainable Development Goal 11Sustainable Development Goal 14Sustainable Development Goal 6

Blog post title: Water Assessment: Auburn University’s STARS Report

By Hannah Schwartz  Conserving water is crucial for the health of our planet and future generations. With water scarcity continuing to be a pressing global issue, every drop saved makes a difference. By reducing water usage, we protect ecosystems, wildlife, and agricultural lands that rely on this precious resource.  With…
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April 6, 2024
Director’s Corner: Earth Day & a “new type of thinking” Director's CornerSustainable Development Goal 13

Blog post title: Director’s Corner: Earth Day & a “new type of thinking”

“…a new type of thinking is essential if mankind is to survive and move toward higher levels.” Albert Einstein In July of 1969, as he floated alone above the moon while Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin walked on the moon, Command Module pilot Michael Collins made this observation of the…
Mike Kensler
April 2, 2024
Go Green for Graduation! Sustainability in ActionSustainable Development Goal 12Sustainable Development Goal 13Sustainable Development Goal 3

Blog post title: Go Green for Graduation!

By Bella Wright* Graduation is right around the corner! While we celebrate fellow graduates, let’s keep in mind these tips to help sustain the Loveliest Village on the Plains! Looking to jazz up your graduation photos? Embark on a fun D.I.Y craft to create your own confetti by hole-punching dried…
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February 27, 2024
Director’s Corner: What is a Health Promoting University? Director's CornerSustainable Development Goal 3

Blog post title: Director’s Corner: What is a Health Promoting University?

“Health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.” World Health Organization. One of the most important outcomes of the COVID pandemic across the United States and beyond has been the realization that the health and well-being of people…
Mike Kensler
January 29, 2024
Sustainable, Functional Nanocomposites for Energy Applications Professional DevelopmentSustainability in ActionSustainable Development Goal 7Sustainable Development Goal 9

Blog post title: Sustainable, Functional Nanocomposites for Energy Applications

By Xinyu Zhang* Functional nanocomposites are composed with different combinations from a large selection of nanomaterials, such as nanocarbons, metal oxides/chalcogenides, carbides, phosphides, polymers, etc., which possess superior mechanical, thermal and electrical properties, leading to broad applications in smart structures, chemical sensors, energy storage and nano-electronic devices. However, the high…
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January 12, 2024
Campus Changemaker: Blake Butcher Sustainability in ActionSustainable Development Goal 11Sustainable Development Goal 3Sustainable Development Goal 8Sustainable Development Goal 9

Blog post title: Campus Changemaker: Blake Butcher

By Bella Wright “Find where there’s a need, and go meet that need” ~ EL Spencer  This philosophy is what led Blake Butcher to where he is today: Auburn University. Blake began his work in the Auburn community as a personal trainer. Over the span of fifteen years, Blake and his wife…
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December 6, 2023
Electric Vehicle Showcase – An Electric Atmosphere for An Electric Event EventsOffice Guest Blog PostsSustainable Development Goal 17Sustainable Development Goal 7Sustainable Development Goal 9

Blog post title: Electric Vehicle Showcase – An Electric Atmosphere for An Electric Event

By Patricia Barnes* Auburn University’s Electric Vehicle Showcase had a wonderful turn out on September 22nd, 2023. The event kicked off on a beautiful evening, showcasing 18 different electric vehicles (EVs). From the iconic Tesla to the new Ford F150 Lightning pickup truck, to motorbikes and cycle bikes, a wide…
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December 1, 2023
Research Assessment: Auburn University’s STARS Report STARS: Sustainability Tracking Assessment And Rating SystemSustainable Development Goal 16Sustainable Development Goal 9

Blog post title: Research Assessment: Auburn University’s STARS Report

By Randy MartinAs we face a future that hasn’t looked like our past, research will play a key role in helping us chart our course. The work of researchers has already alerted us to our current woes, such as climate change and biodiversity loss. Going forward, it is essential that…
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September 13, 2023
Sustainability Picnic 2023 EventsSustainable Development Goal 12Sustainable Development Goal 3Sustainable Development Goal 4

Blog post title: Sustainability Picnic 2023

By Hannah Schwartz A student holds a snake after grabbing some fresh flowers. Auburn University’s Sustainability Picnic returned this year for another incredible event with locally-sourced food, live music, and countless involvement opportunities. Over 330 students attended and were able to visit with other students as well as resources, clubs,…
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September 11, 2023