Sustainability

Eating less meat and dairy can benefit the environment and your health. There are many on-campus dining options to make it easy to transition your food routine and include more plant-based items.

Compost guidelines for the region changed in April. Right now, only food scraps and plant trimmings can be composted. Here are three things to know about how this change impacts composting on campus.

The recent completion of the 30th and Colorado Protected Intersection and Underpass project is a significant milestone for both the city of Boulder and CU Boulder, and it holds several reasons for celebration.

Campus Dining Services is proud to announce the launch of its new plant-powered protein stations in the dining halls at the Village Center and Center for Community, offering climate-friendly protein options for diners.

Find ways to participate in our campus culture of sustainability, from signing the Sustainable Buffs Pledge to getting involved with one of the Environmental Center's many programs.

From natural resources, like air and water, to sustainability, CU Boulder and CSU do incredible work to solve challenges related to these necessities. While the Buffs and Rams gear up for the best in-state football rivalry going, the Rocky Mountain Showdown on Sept. 16, we’re taking a moment to reflect on research chops, too.

The results of a 2022 employee survey shows a large swing to the remote work modality and a need for more sustainable transportation use to achieve campuswide climate goals.

A contractor recently discovered that bees have a long history of residence at one of the best properties in town, CU Boulder’s iconic Old Main. Two colonies were reverently re-homed in preparation for a building preservation project.

Biking is a great way to get around campus and Boulder, whether you’re looking to get some exercise or commute sustainably. Learning a little bike maintenance, knowing the rules of the road and being prepared can improve your bike ride.

Following a successful pilot program, Lime Scooters will be more widely available in Boulder and on the CU Boulder campus starting this month.