By: Gargi Kanugo, Luna Farm EcoRep Every October, universities around the world join together to celebrate Campus Sustainability Month, a global effort led by the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE). This month-long celebration highlights the importance of sustainability in higher education and encourages students, faculty, and staff to take partContinue reading “Celebrating Campus Sustainability Month at UT Dallas”
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What is Sustainability?: A vague buzzword, or something more meaningful?
Written by Sustainable Communities Eco-Rep “Sustainability” is used in countless contexts, from a hotel’s plea that you reuse towels, to the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (Dhanani). According to Google Trends data, the search topic “sustainability” has risen in popularity. But what are the origins of the word, and when did it become associated withContinue reading “What is Sustainability?: A vague buzzword, or something more meaningful?”
Luna Farm: Growing Sustainability and Community at The University of Texas at Dallas
By: Gargi Kanugo, Luna Farm EcoRep Nestled just outside of The University of Texas at Dallas’s main campus, the Luna Farm is more than just a garden. It is a living, breathing example of sustainability, education, and community in action. What began as a simple initiative in October 2021 has become a vital part ofContinue reading “Luna Farm: Growing Sustainability and Community at The University of Texas at Dallas”
The Hidden Strain on Healthcare: Climate Change-Driven Natural Disasters and Pollution
Written by Seher Hasan, Zero-Waste Eco Rep It was a normal day of volunteering for me at the hospital. I was making my usual rounds assisting patients with their meals and helping the nurses charting, when I was asked to organize the medical supply room. As soon as I walked in, a huge sign caughtContinue reading “The Hidden Strain on Healthcare: Climate Change-Driven Natural Disasters and Pollution”
The Chevron Doctrine: What It Is and What Its Overturning Means For The Environment
Written by Emma Balfay, Communication/Outreach Eco Rep What is the Chevron Doctrine? The Chevron Doctrine originated from a 1984 legal challenge against the U.S. to the Clean Air Act of 1964. The prosecution tried to challenge the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) definition of the word “source” in regards to air pollution. The Supreme Court ruledContinue reading “The Chevron Doctrine: What It Is and What Its Overturning Means For The Environment”
The Risks of Bird Migration and How to Get Involved in Protecting Birds on Campus
Written by Ida Ghorbani, Bee Campus Eco Rep Fall migration is underway! Every year from August to through the end of November, 2 billion birds migrate through Texas. Our state is globally important as one of the most prominent regions for migration paths in the Americas, with one out of four of all migrating birdsContinue reading “The Risks of Bird Migration and How to Get Involved in Protecting Birds on Campus”
Step Into the Future: How Walkable Cities Are Transforming Urban Life
Written Heather Joseph, Sustainable Communities Eco Rep Imagine stepping outside your front door and finding everything you need- shops, parks, restaurants – all within a 10-minute walk. In an age where urban sprawl and long commutes dominate city life, the concept of a walkable city is more than just a convenience; it’s a solution toContinue reading “Step Into the Future: How Walkable Cities Are Transforming Urban Life “
Monarch Butterfly Migration: A Journey Under Threat
Written by Gargi Kanugo, Luna Farm/Eco Hub Eco Rep Monarch butterflies, the state butterfly of Texas, are famous for their extraordinary migration, traveling up to 3,000 miles from Canada and the northern U.S. to the forests of central Mexico each fall. Texas plays a critical role in this journey, as it is a crucial stopoverContinue reading “Monarch Butterfly Migration: A Journey Under Threat”
From Garden to Cupboard: Fighting Food Insecurity at UTD
Written by Anna Reid, Eco Hub / Luna Farm Eco-Rep The arrival of the new fall semester brings many new smiling faces to the UTD campus! Many may not know of the amazing food programs that UTD has to offer, including a crucial one: the Comet Cupboard. What is the Comet Cupboard? Started in 2012,Continue reading “From Garden to Cupboard: Fighting Food Insecurity at UTD”
From Plant to Pad
How a single plant is reshaping the future of sustainable menstrual products. Written by Seher Hasan, Zero Waste Eco Rep Menstruation, a natural process, is experienced by approximately 26% of the global population. This is around 800 million individuals daily! Despite its prevalence, access to menstrual products, clean water, and private sanitation facilities remains insufficient.Continue reading “From Plant to Pad”
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