The Office of Sustainability has released its latest report compiling UW–Madison sustainability highlights from the last year. What can readers expect to find? UW–Madison students, faculty, and staff engage in an impressively wide range of …
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The Sustainability Advisory Council wants to hear from you
On October 7, 2020, the UW–Madison Office of Sustainability will hold the first meeting of the Sustainability Advisory Council (SAC). The SAC will provide recommendations to the Provost and the Vice Chancellor for Finance and …
Office of Sustainability interns launch new podcast
In the face of COVID-19 and the shift to remote work during the summer session, Office of Sustainability (OS) interns had to get creative about engaging the campus community. With Smart Restart approaching in …
Where Are They Now? Natalie Tinsen interviews Katie Piel
In our “Where Are They Now?” series, current student interns interview former interns about their experience at the Office of Sustainability, and in particular how that experience has helped them since graduation. In the following …
Smart Restart: Disinfectant Bottle and Box Program
To ensure a Smart Restart amid the COVID-19 pandemic, the University of Wisconsin–Madison is adopting new practices to keep the campus safe, fiscally responsible, and sustainable. The Disinfectant Bottle & Box Refill-Reuse Program aims to …
Standing In Solidarity
Sustainability is about people thriving on and living in harmony with this planet. To strive for sustainability means practicing equity, compassion, and respect. Sustainability also means acknowledging and addressing the unjust treatment that so many …
Celebrating Earth Week, From a Distance
In the months leading up to the 50th anniversary of Earth Day (April 22, 2020), the planet saw the arrival of COVID-19, which has since put profound pressure on public health, the global economy, and …
Earth Week 2020 Goes Virtual
In recent months, the COVID-19 pandemic has changed everyday life across the globe—and, of course, on the UW-Madison campus. Alongside the new norms of social distancing, face masks, and supply shortages, countless events have been …
In Case You Missed It: Women in Water & Sustainability
Living in Madison, Wisconsin means there is ample opportunity to attend lectures, workshops, and learn from the dedicated experts surrounding us. Yahara Lakes 101 is a monthly, public lecture series where participants can learn about …
Student Intern Column: Madison Residents Promote Sustainable Road Salting Practices
Norma Behrend-Martinez is a sophomore double majoring in Journalism and Environmental Studies. Brought up on Gene Roddenberry, Norma values differences in ideas and hopes to spread discussion on issues as an environmental journalist. She began …