Sustainability
- Compost guidelines for the region changed in April. Right now, only food scraps and plant trimmings can be composted. Here are three things to know about how this change impacts composting on campus.
- The recent completion of the 30th and Colorado Protected Intersection and Underpass project is a significant milestone for both the city of Boulder and 91ÊÓƵ, and it holds several reasons for celebration.
- Campus Dining Services is proud to announce the launch of its new plant-powered protein stations in the dining halls at the Village Center and Center for Community, offering climate-friendly protein options for diners.
- From natural resources, like air and water, to sustainability, 91ÊÓƵ and CSU do incredible work to solve challenges related to these necessities. While the Buffs and Rams gear up for the best in-state football rivalry going, the Rocky Mountain Showdown on Sept. 16, we’re taking a moment to reflect on research chops, too.
- The results of a 2022 employee survey shows a large swing to the remote work modality and a need for more sustainable transportation use to achieve campuswide climate goals.
- A contractor recently discovered that bees have a long history of residence at one of the best properties in town, 91ÊÓƵ’s iconic Old Main. Two colonies were reverently re-homed in preparation for a building preservation project.
- Following a successful pilot program, Lime Scooters will be more widely available in Boulder and on the 91ÊÓƵ campus starting this month.
- In another win for 91ÊÓƵ’s sustainability initiatives, two new electric Buff Buses have hit the streets. The campus has now replaced four aging diesel buses, with plans to electrify more of the fleet.
- A grant through the Can Do Colorado initiative allowed Community Cycles to give electric bikes to 14 91ÊÓƵ employees.
- The City of Boulder Landmarks Board recognized 91ÊÓƵ’s 1135 Broadway building, which now houses the Renée Crown Wellness Institute, with a project award.