Produce in a market

How to eat cheap and make an environmental impact

March 4, 2022

Making more sustainable food choices is not an all or nothing journey. Here are some tips for adding more plants into your diet, as well as ways to save money on your food bill, starting with small changes.

Chancellor Phil DiStefano speaks at the chancellor's annual summit

Summit shines light on climate change as human rights crisis

Feb. 25, 2022

Scientists, policymakers including Gov. Jared Polis, and CU «Ƶ leaders addressed about 200 people Wednesday night, who braved frigid temperatures to attend the chancellor’s annual summit, dubbed Working to Forge a Just and Sustainable Future.

Nov. 6 CU football game against Oregon State

Buffs earn ‘most innovative’award in Pac-12 Zero Waste Challenge

Feb. 17, 2022

The Colorado Buffaloes were one of four Pac-12 programs honored by the league in the annual challenge. CU won for “best use of innovation” and was judged during the Nov. 6 football game against Oregon State.

History Colorado Center at night

Get tickets for the Chancellor’s Annual Summit Feb. 23

Feb. 11, 2022

At this Denver event, learn how CU is working to forge a just and sustainable future. Hosted by CU «Ƶ Chancellor Philip DiStefano, the evening includes a networking reception and presentations from some of CU’s top experts. Ticket prices range from $2 to $10.

Youth protesting climate change

CU «Ƶ, UN Human Rights to co-host global climate summit next fall

Nov. 1, 2021

As the United Nations Climate Change Conference of the Parties begins in Glasgow, Scotland, CU «Ƶ and U.N. Human Rights are announcing plans to co-host the Right Here, Right Now Global Climate Summit in 2022.

The events center in Glascow, Scotland. (Photo from PxHere)

What is the COP26 climate conference and why does it matter?

Nov. 1, 2021

Thousands are now gathered for what is known as COP26, a significant international conference on climate change. Countries must decide how they will act to limit global warming to no more than 3.6 degrees Fahrenheit above pre-industrial levels.

golden leaves on campus

4 winter savings tips

Oct. 19, 2021

As winter approaches, you may spend more money on keeping warm. Get tips from the Environmental Center to help you save money and energy this winter, wherever you live.

Eric Heltne at BCycle bike station

CU IT pro pedals way to top of BCycle leaderboard

Oct. 13, 2021

Almost every day, CU alumnus and information technology professional Eric Heltne rides a BCycle bike to commute, run errands in town and get around campus.

Cyclists check in at the Biofrontiers station by the Jennie Smoly Caruthers Biotechnology Building on the CU «Ƶ East Campus during the 2019 Bike to Work Day in «Ƶ. (Photo by Glenn Asakawa/University of Colorado)

Fun, free breakfast burritos to be had at Bike to Work Day Sept. 22

Sept. 21, 2021

CU is celebrating with two breakfast stations. Stop by from 7 to 9 a.m. on Main Campus in front of the Recreation Center or on East Campus at the north side of the Jennie Smoly Caruthers Biotechnology Building for free burritos, trivia, prizes and more.

Student volunteers sort recyclables

Connect with Buffs if you’re interested in sustainability

Sept. 13, 2021

Do you have a passion for reducing your carbon footprint and practicing more sustainable habits? Here are some ways to connect with others if you’re interested in sustainability.

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