Colorado State University is recognized nationally for its sustainability practices. That is only possible through the dedicated efforts of many, innovative approaches to climate solutions and modest sustainability funding to support new ideas and initiatives.
In celebration of Earth Month, CSU is hosting a variety of events throughout April, including talks on important sustainability issues as well as workshops and even live music.
The President’s Sustainability Commission invites nominations for the annual Colorado State University Sustainability Milestones and Recognition Event, which will be held during Earth Week in April.
CSU has added 20 new solar arrays to sites across its campuses in Fort Collins and is now home to 41 such installations. This brings the University even closer to its goal of 100% renewable energy by 2030.
The CSU Sustainability Fund is accepting applications for FY23 funding. Sponsored by the President’s Sustainability Commission, this fund supports sustainability initiatives around the University. This will be the third year for the fund, building on the previous year’s successes.
CSU is at No. 2 for 2022 in the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education’s Sustainable Campus Index Rankings, Doctoral Institutions. That follows back-to-back No. 1 rankings, four times overall in the top spot and never finishing below fourth.
This year Housing and Dining Services will have a big presence during CSU's Earth Month. Here's a look at the coming events and how to get involved.
"Courageous Strategic Transformation is the first time we have used a University strategic plan to advance sustainability from such a holistic lens. CST sets ambitious goals that recognize the interconnectedness of environmental, economic, and social issues and makes a direct tie between a healthy planet and a thriving humanity."
School of Global Environmental Sustainability lead scientist Pat Keys used computational text analysis and story-based scenario design to write 10 science fiction pieces about possible futures for the Arctic region taking into account climate change.
The President’s Sustainability Commission has announced its FY22 CSU Sustainability Fund, marking the fund’s second year following a successful launch in Fall 2020.