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While students need to take actionable steps to reduce waste, USC can also assist them in the process. In summer 2024, UCLA created Sustainable Move Out, where it collaborated with second-hand clothing stores and the city of L.A., including L.A. Sanitation and City Councilwoman Katy Yaroslavsky, to reduce waste.

With more than 181.5 billion tons of wood produced globally each year, a new method could revolutionize how we build sustainably. By infusing red oak with ferrihydrite using a simple, low-cost process,

Researchers have developed a new nano-iron treatment for certain hardwoods that makes them even stronger. The treatment could open the door to having wood replace other materials such as steel and concrete,

Durham’s administration fully supports piloting new projects. For example, Blenkhorn recently got the green light to develop a recycling and repurposing program for disposable gloves used in food services, labs and housekeeping. Currently contracting out to a company in Québec, the college’s students are investigating taking the program in-house.

As part of its Earth Month celebration, Roanoke College has announced its certification as a Bee Campus USA site, recognizing its commitment to pollinator-friendly practices that support vital environmental needs.

As part of its Earth Month celebration, Roanoke College is proud to announce that it’s been certified as a Bee Campus USA site, recognizing its commitment to pollinator-friendly practices that support vital environmental needs.