In 2014, Emory University became the first campus in the nation to adopt a comprehensive pollinator protection plan, which bans the use of neonicotinoids – a group of pesticides contributing to decline in pollinator species. To celebrate Pollinator Protection Month, learn how to plant home gardens that support pollinators rather than unintentionally harm them.
Tomatoes, lettuces, peas, beans, greens, eggplant, broccoli, strawberries, and even cotton are grown in Emory’s Educational Gardens. The gardens have become islands of beauty, education and food that is used in dining and hospital operations. The Educational Gardens on campus are maintained by teams and welcome volunteer workers. If you would like to join a team … Continue Reading →
Volunteer as a Zero Waste Ambassador! This group serves as peer-to-peer educators in residence halls, offices and labs and during events to educate about proper waste management.
Volunteer as a Zero Waste Ambassador! This group serves as peer-to-peer educators in residence halls, offices and labs and during events to educate about proper waste management.
Now featuring Chattahoochee Riverkeeper!
Presentations at this FREE conference from Monday, April 15, to Tuesday, April 16, will focus on the vulnerability of children who grow up in circumstances of social and economic disadvantage. Exposure to adverse environmental factors can negatively impact children’s health, growth and development, and solutions for breaking this cycle and assuring that children have a positive future will be … Continue Reading →
Now featuring Chattahoochee Riverkeeper!
Now featuring Chattahoochee Riverkeeper!
The WaterHub at Emory University is an award-winning water reclamation facility that is the first of its kind in the nation. All public tours of the facility are led by trained Emory undergraduate and graduate students. Sign up for this tour here.
Come volunteer in the Eagle Row Educational Garden (located beside the tennis courts) to cultivate food and community on Emory's campus! The Educational Gardens on campus are maintained by teams of Emory community members and are located all over campus. Anyone is welcome to volunteer, and no experience is necessary. If you would like to … Continue Reading →
