Applied Sustainability Learning Hub
Welcome to the applied sustainability learning hub! We created this hub to facilitate applied sustainability learning at CU Boulder by connecting students, faculty and staff to each other and the resources they need to use our campus as a living lab.
Do you have a sustainable idea but don't know where to start? This hub provides ways to get involved and develop your concept with project development, project funding, mentorship, a variety of resources and more.
Sustainability Innovation Micro-credential
The Sustainability Innovation micro-credential provides students with a foundational understanding of sustainability and an overview of projects and initiatives implemented at CU.
Campus Sustainability Summit
Presentations can be in the form of posters or exhibit booths. Student projects featured at the Campus Sustainability Summit will be eligible for $10,000 in cash prizes.
Sustainability Hackathon
Join this campus-wide, week-long hackathon focused on creating positive change in the world, where you can make a difference, have fun and win prizes.
Get Seed Funding
Get Seed Funding is a micro-funding opportunity for CU Boulder undergraduate and graduate students that provides up to $500 in funding for entrepreneurial ideas in the making.
New Venture Challenge
NVC is designed to help CU Boulder innovators, changemakers, ideators and entrepreneurs turn their ideas into impact, even if they're not sure where to begin.
Working Sessions
If you are looking to define a concept or explore resources, email us at ecenter@colorado.edu
Tours & Class Presentations
There are several options for tours and presentations from subject matter experts on campus, if you would like to coordinate a tour or guest speaker for your classroom or office, email us at ecenter@colorado.edu
Sustainable CU Grant Program
Student-led projects for innovations in ecological and socio-environmental sustainability can apply for the Sustainable CU grant fund.
Environmental Center Events
Check out our News and Events page for more inspiration, ideas and connections.
- Office of Infrastructure and Sustainability
- Green Buildings
- NEST Campus Field Guide : A PDF guide on species relationships at CUB
- Other Downloadable Nature Guides - CUB: CUB-based resources exploring other species’ relationships and tools for identification