Working with Denver Urban Gardens, this CU Boulder environmental studies research team received $950,000 from American Cancer Society to explore the measurable health benefits of community gardening.
Alumni in Focus: The future of water in the West
The Southwest is drying. During a 730-mile rafting trip down the Colorado River's main tributary, alumna Heather Hansman (MJour'10) saw water scarcity up close. Read more
Congressional hearing on campus highlights CU Boulder climate change leadership
More than 250 people listened in on the event including statements and testimony from U.S. Rep. Joe Neguse, Colorado Gov. Jared Polis and CU Boulder Chief Sustainability Officer Heidi VanGenderen. Read more
Chancellor DiStefano presents at University Climate Change Coalition Summit
Chancellor Philip DiStefano spoke in two sessions at the UC3 Summit in Vancouver, British Columbia this week, bolstering and advancing CU Boulder’s status as a leader in climate science research and sustainability. Read more
Campus to begin operating Stampede bus route Aug. 12
RTD’s last day servicing the route will be Friday, Aug. 9. The route then becomes part of CU Boulder’s network of free inter- and intra-campus Buff Bus service. Read more
Village Center Dining and Community Commons notches LEED Platinum
The honor for green building practices gives CU Boulder 28 LEED-certified buildings, including 11 Platinum certifications. Read more
Get ready for Bike to Work Day
June 26 is Bike to Work Day. Here’s what you need to know for the day and tips for your commute. Read more
10 new EV charging stations now live at SEEC
The electric vehicle charging stations can be used by any faculty, staff, students and visitors and are free for use by those with monthly or semester campus parking permits. Read more
CU Boulder Athletics signs U.N. agreement boosting sustainability
The Athletic Department's commitment made CU Boulder the first university in the nation to sign on to the United Nations Sports for Climate Action Framework, which aims to drive emission reductions among sports operations and leverage sports as a unifying tool to drive climate awareness and action. Read more
Art, efficiency elevated with University Theatre’s new modern lighting approach
The Department of Theatre & Dance recently replaced just over half of University Theatre’s existing incandescent lighting equipment with energy-efficient LEDs. Read more
CU Boulder named Tree Campus USA for 9th year in a row
Tree Campus USA is an Arbor Day Foundation program honoring institutions for effective campus forest management and for engaging employees and students in conservation goals. Read more