Kittredge Pond on the CU Boulder campus

Sustainability council discusses capital prioritization process, STARS

July 1, 2024

At its June meeting, the Campus Sustainability Executive Council discussed capital prioritization and Sustainability Tracking, Assessment & Rating System reporting.

Angie Gilbert, Dave Newport, Jamie Zaninovich and Jason Depaepe receiving an award

Sustainability leader recognized by Green Sports Alliance

June 28, 2024

Dave Newport of the CU Environmental Center was awarded the 2024 Environmental Legacy Award by the Green Sports Alliance for his work with CU Athletics on the department’s sustainability initiatives.

artist's rendering of a solar array to be built on East Campus

CU regents approve sustainability initiatives

June 20, 2024

During its June meeting, the CU Board of Regents approved two new sustainability initiatives: the construction of a solar array on East Campus and an 18-building efficiency project.

Campus building and Flatirons

Sustainability council discusses policy, STARS at May meeting

May 30, 2024

The Campus Sustainability Executive Council discussed Sustainability Tracking, Assessment & Rating System certification and planning; policy proposals; the Climate Action Plan and more this month.

aerial view of campus

Colorado Energy Office grants to pay for on-campus geothermal studies

May 24, 2024

Announced by Gov. Jared Polis, two grants totaling nearly $700,000 through the statewide Geothermal Energy Grant Program will help determine whether geothermal energy is feasible for the campus.

Campus community members visit a booth at the sustainability summit

Sustainability summit sets Climate Action Plan in motion

May 8, 2024

The annual Campus Sustainability Summit continues to serve as a pivotal gathering for people to explore solutions, forge partnerships and celebrate achievements that make CU Boulder a leading campus for climate and sustainability initiatives. Learn more about highlights from this year’s summit.

Building on campus on a spring day

Council discusses climate plan, energy plant at April meeting

May 8, 2024

At its April meeting, the Campus Sustainability Executive Council discussed the next steps for the Climate Action Plan and proposed alternatives to the West District Energy Plant updates.

A view of the CU Boulder campus, and surrounding foothills and Indian Peaks

Final Climate Action Plan released

April 25, 2024

The CU Boulder Sustainability Executive Council announced the publication of the final Climate Action Plan during a panel discussion at the Campus Sustainability Summit.

Sun setting over the ocean

6 tips for coping with climate anxiety

April 23, 2024

Did you know more than two-thirds of Americans experience some form of climate anxiety? Check out these tips and strategies you can use to cope.

silhouette of Old Main building at sunset

CU Boulder announces recipients of Campus Sustainability Awards

April 23, 2024

The Campus Sustainability Awards program recognizes outstanding individuals and departments and their sincere commitment to enhancing CU Boulder’s sustainability. Join the ceremony April 25 to help celebrate these folks!

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