December is Conscious Consumer Month!

Every purchase you make has consequences. Before purchasing new items, consider if you really need them, or if you can reuse products you already have.  If you have to purchase new, do your research to look beyond the label at the sourcing of ingredients and the labor and the communities behind the product.

Virtual Earth Month – The Ray Feature

As a part of Emory's #VirtualEarthMonth, we are highlighting organizations who were planning to participate in Emory's on-campus Earth Festival this year. Learn more about these #EarthMonthLeaders throughout April. The Ray is a proving ground for the evolving ideas and technologies that will transform the transportation infrastructure of the future, and it starts on 18 … Continue Reading →

Virtual Earth Month – Relax This Weekend

#Relax: Happy Friday! It’s almost the weekend, which means it's time to unwind and enjoy a little R&R. Especially now, it can be hard to truly take time for yourself and not feel the urge to do ten things at once. This #VirtualEarthMonth, let's try out some ways to build a more sustainable relationship with … Continue Reading →

Virtual Earth Month – Reclaim Spaces

#Reclaim: If you’ve had a chance to spend time outside lately, you may have noticed that everything seems quieter. Or that maybe the birds are louder. As the usual hum of public life has recently turned faint, nature has responded in remarkable ways. Wildlife is being noticed in unusual places. Scientists are observing less seismic … Continue Reading →

Virtual Earth Month – Replace Meat & Dairy

#replace: Did you know that the meat- and dairy-centric Western diet contributes to about 1/5 of global emissions? One way we can help reduce these emissions, and also live a healthier lifestyle, is by transitioning to plant-rich diets—Project Drawdown’s  number 3 solution to global warming. Whether you chose to fully commit to a vegan or … Continue Reading →

Virtual Earth Month – Emory Transportation & Parking Services Feature

As a part of Emory's #VirtualEarthMonth, we are highlighting organizations who were planning to participate in Emory's on-campus Earth Festival this year. Learn more about these #EarthMonthLeaders throughout April. Emory Transportation and Parking Services (TPS) is committed to supporting the overall sustainability goals and strategies of Emory University and Emory Healthcare. Through a number of programs and services, … Continue Reading →

Virtual Earth Month – Reengage Civically

#reengage: In response to the current global crisis, many states have delayed elections or allowed citizens to vote by mail with extended deadlines. Georgia’s primary elections have been postponed until June 9th, which means you must submit your absentee ballot request no later than May 11! Especially now, voting by mail can help ensure that … Continue Reading →

Recurring

Oxford Farm Spring CSA Delivery

The Oxford College Organic Farm Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) membership program provides: Fresh, certified organic produce grown without the use of synthetic pesticides or fertilizers A wide variety of in-season food grown at the Oxford College farm, including unique varieties and heirloom vegetables Newsletter featuring garden updates and farmer musings, with recipe suggestions and advice on … Continue Reading →

SDG Training Module Showcase

RSVP here: https://tinyurl.com/SDGshowcaseRSVP Join us for a virtual showcase celebrating the launch of the SDG Online Training Modules. There will be presentations from the SDG Fellows and partners featured in the modules. A link to the virtual showcase (using BlueJeans software) will be sent out to the email you RSVP with. Please RSVP by Monday … Continue Reading →