Established by the League of American Bicyclists in 1956, National Bike Month is a chance to showcase the many benefits of bicycling, including its positive effects on physical, mental, and environmental health. Learn more about biking at Emory to start enjoying these benefits.
Children who grow up in circumstances of social and economic disadvantage are at greater risk for exposure to adverse environmental factors and are more likely to suffer adverse health and developmental consequences. Break the Cycle supports an interdisciplinary set of student-driven research projects that explore the social, economic and environmental factors that adversely affect children’s … Continue Reading →
In just five years, Emory’s WaterHub has reclaimed and recycled more than 300 million gallons of campus wastewater—and captured interest across the globe. Take a virtual tour through the facility, learn how the technology works, and learn it's research and water stewardship impacts in the "Smarter Water" feature of the Emory Magazine Spring/Summer issue.
On April 22, join the Earth Day Network for 24 hours of action in a global digital mobilization that drives actions big and small, gives diverse voices a platform and demands bold action for people and the planet. Over the 24 hours of Earth Day, the 50th anniversary of Earth Day will fill the digital … Continue Reading →
#Reconnect: Today, on the 50th anniversary of #EarthDay, we are connecting and reconnecting with ourselves, with each other, with the species with which we share the planet, and with Mother Earth herself. We hope you are, too, and in ways that foster more of the gratitude, activism and solidarity stoked on the first Earth Day … Continue Reading →
#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 →
#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 →
#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 →
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 →
#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 →
#reflect: As our #virtualearthmonth comes to an end, we can’t help but feel grateful for the ways in which we were still able to come together and celebrate the 50th anniversary of #earthday. This month was unimaginable in so many ways, but it also taught us the importance of finding light in this darkness, having … Continue Reading →
