Do you like Mother Earth? What about… Like, like? Hello Sustainability Blog! My name is Paulina Hruskoci, I just recently came on board as an Eco Rep here at the UTD Office of Sustainability. I am super passionate about the impact human life has on the environment, involving issues such as urban development, waste management,Continue reading “My Valentine? The Earth.”
Category Archives: Tips & Tricks
Patio Decorating
If you are one of the lucky students in UV, you’ve got a patio. But it’s hard to figure out what to do with them. Everyone’s looks the exact same, your neighbor keeps putting cute string lights and maybe you’re feeling a little inferior, but decorations are expensive. A more interesting option is container planting.Continue reading “Patio Decorating”
Overnight Oats
Q: What’s it called when you’re already late for class & take your breakfast to go?A: Haulin’ Oats! January was the month of New Year’s Resolutions. My New Year’s Resolution this year was to go vegetarian to decrease my carbon footprint, and so far it’s been a success! Decreasing your meat consumption is a greatContinue reading “Overnight Oats”
Sustainable Resolutions
Are you making a New Year’s resolution for 2020? This year, fill your resolution list with environmentally friendly goals to jumpstart a healthy body and mind. Almost all environmental problems, such as pollution, deforestation, and biodiversity loss is due engaging in unsustainable daily behaviors. We are intelligent, thinking creatures. Why is it so difficult forContinue reading “Sustainable Resolutions”
Eco-Friendly Decluttering
Stacking up belongings and throwing away perfectly usable items does not spark joy. Decluttering can be a great way to encourage yourself to be more sustainable by encouraging better shopping habits. Reduce is the first R in the four R’s (reuse, recycle, & rot… sadly not Rihanna). By reducing the clutter in your home, itContinue reading “Eco-Friendly Decluttering”
Season of Sustainabili-Tea
In efforts to help the environment, tweaking grocery habits is a simple way to minimize our carbon footprint. The commercial purchasing of remote and out of season products encourages exacerbated fuel emissions from long-distance shipping. When possible, purchase from local vendors and buy produce that is in season for your region. Eating locally is alsoContinue reading “Season of Sustainabili-Tea”
Sustainability Tips for Students
Making sustainable choices can be tricky. Here are some simple steps to get you started. Kitchen Turn off and unplug appliances you’re not currently using Only run the dishwasher if it’s completely full Washing dishes by hand? Fill up the sink rather than letting the faucet run. When going shopping bring a grocery list soContinue reading “Sustainability Tips for Students”
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