Campus Sustainability News
News on campus sustainability initiatives, emerging programs, rankings, awards, student initiatives, green teams, and more from across the Cornell University campus.

On November 1st, Robin, a mother, scientist, writer, decorated professor, and Citizen Potawatomi Nation member, will have a day full of events, including a discussion about her book "Braiding Sweetgrass," exploring the profound connection between humans and Mother Earth.

Lake Source Cooling (LSC) will annually save the university 4 million gallons of water usage and $50,000 in electricity costs...

Solar project plans hold the potential for Cornell to complete it's 100% renewable electricity goal

Cornell is the only institution of higher education in the world to receive the highest possible sustainability rating—STARS Platinum—for four consecutive years

Whatever your passion or major, Cornell offers a sustainability course and degree program for you.

Join Cornell's annual sustainability scavenger hunt and complete sustainability missions across campus to earn points & win prizes.

Honoring the importance of sustainability stewardship, culture, and contributions by employees, the "Culture of Sustainability Award" was added in 2022 to the nominations for President's Awards for Employee Excellence.

Learn what to buy, when to buy it, and where.

Cornell Campus Sustainability Office | Updated Summer 2023
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