CSU’s guiding environmental collective: the President’s Sustainability Commission
Colorado State University has a long history of sustainability commitment, dating back to its foundation as a land-grant institution.
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CSU hosts 2019 Earth Day Festival April 23
Earth Week at CSU offers an eclectic array of events and activities designed to engage those who bleed environmental green, as well as those who tend to look the other way at the sight of a compost pile.
Pawnee Grassland Room at The Foundry honors indigenous roots
The Foundry houses a private dining area, the Pawnee Grassland Dining Room, which can be reserved for special events and larger groups wanting to connect over a meal.
‘Live On’ campaign encourages returning students to reside on campus
Living in the residence halls on campus is a significant milestone in a student’s collegiate experience. However, it isn’t just for first-year students.
Students make sustainable changes through Green Warrior challenge
The Green Warrior challenge is one of the most visible among students on campus.
Move In 2018: University Housing one-stop-shop for student living
University Housing creates a more seamless experience between the residence halls and apartments on campus.
Move In 2018: Resident Assistants ease transitions to university life
Building community among resident students, as well as being able to assist those who are new to campus, keeps an RA’s job interesting.
‘Take It or Leave It’ diverts student items away from landfill
A great team effort by many CSU and local nonprofit volunteers helped continue the CSU sustainability tradition of keeping leftover student items out of the landfill during residence hall move-out.
International House outperforms similar U.S. buildings in energy efficiency
On average, ENERGY STAR certified buildings and plants use 35 percent less energy, cause 35 percent fewer greenhouse gas emissions, and are less expensive to operate than their peers — all without sacrifices in performance or comfort.
Upcycling: Making cool stuff from old stuff
Eco Leader has collected 10 banners and around 500 bike tubes from across campus and transformed them into products that can then be given back to the community.