A pollinator garden attracts pollinator species such as bees, moths, and hummingbirds with plants that provide pollen and nectar. Pollination plays an essential role in maintaining our ecosystem. Without pollinators, … Continue Reading →
Climate Action Plan as a Living Document
For nearly two years, dozens of stakeholders have been working to fulfill Emory’s commitment to post a Climate Action Plan (CAP) by October, 13 2023. We are so grateful for … Continue Reading →
Emory crafts Climate Action Plan, invites input through ‘Community Conversations’
In October 2021, Emory’s President Gregory L. Fenves signed onto the Second Nature Climate Commitment and the United Nations Race to Zero pledges, an outcome of meetings with Emory Climate Coalition student leaders working to raise … Continue Reading →
New initiative will advance Emory climate change research and teaching
This article originally appeared in the Emory News Center on December 2nd, 2022. A university-wide initiative formally launching this month will strengthen and support Emory’s academic response to the global climate crisis. The … Continue Reading →
SCOTUS ruling on West Virginia vs. EPA
By: Caitlin McConaghy, OSI Intern On June 30th, the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) gave a ruling on West Virginia vs. EPA, stripping the EPA of its power … Continue Reading →
Emory joins Race to Zero, Climate Leadership Network to reduce carbon emissions
By Kelundra Smith On behalf of Emory University, President Gregory L. Fenves has joined Race to Zero, a coalition of educational institutions devoted to achieving zero carbon emissions. He also signed … Continue Reading →
Emory Student Groups Promote On-Campus Climate Awareness & Action
By: Clare McCarthy, General Sustainability Intern, Office of Sustainability Initiatives During this Climate Awareness Month, OSI highlighted inspiring women and young activists across the globe who have made invaluable contributions … Continue Reading →
Youth Advocates for Climate Activism Leading Resistance Movements
By: Kelly Li, General Sustainability Intern, Office of Sustainability Initiatives In the final week of Climate Awareness Month, OSI recognizes youth climate activists that are serving our society and … Continue Reading →
Emory Alumni in Climate Action
By Aaron Klingensmith, General Sustainability Intern, Office of Sustainability Initiatives This Climate Awareness and Women’s History Month, OSI is highlighting the contributions of some seasoned professionals and recent Emory graduates … Continue Reading →
Emory Sustainability Faculty Fellows Applying Climate Research and Engaging Students in Climate Solutions
By: Rachel Musetti, General Sustainability Intern, Office of Sustainability Initiatives Each year, Emory’s Office of Sustainability Initiatives (OSI) recognizes March as Climate Awareness Month, in addition to recognizing Women’s History … Continue Reading →