In Georgia, our lives are largely powered by non-renewable fossil fuels, such as coal and natural gas. Because of the public health and climate impacts of fossil fuel use, Emory’s 2025 Sustainability Vision focuses on energy efficiency and the increased use of renewable energy to mitigate climate change and improve air quality.
Partnership with Southern Equity is hosting a free, virtual concert on Thurs, May 20, 2021, at 7 pm EST called “Notes of Equity.” Dana Khan will be performing her original songs that have a focus on environmental advocacy through music.
The Emory Climate Talks student involvement application is now open! We are looking for student collaborators to join Emory Climate Talks. Students may apply to participate in any of the following areas: - Attendees to COP26 in Glasgow, Scotland in November 2021 (application deadline 7/31) - Emory Climate Talks Blog writer and contributor (application … Continue Reading →
The Georgia Department of Natural Resources Coastal Resources Division will host the 2021 Georgia Climate Conference on Jekyll Island, Georgia, August 12 - 13, 2021. The conference will include concurrent sessions, a poster social, two keynote luncheons, continuing education credits, and networking opportunities. Registration for the conference opens in May. Are you a practitioner or researcher? Share you work at conference poster session! The deadline for … Continue Reading →
Looking for ways to get involved with Emory's robust sustainability community? Look no further than the Student Sustainability Showcase! Featuring OSI programs, sustainability-related student groups, and academic offerings, you're sure to find something that meets your interests. This event will take place on Tuesday, August 24th, from 12:00pm to 1:30pm. Be sure to also stop … Continue Reading →
Stop by McDonough Plaza, the greenspace between McDonough Field, the Emory Student Center and the WoodPEC, for the weekly Tuesday Emory Farmers Market! Between 11:00 am and 1:30 pm, you will find 20 local small business owners and farmers with produce, lunch options, snacks, and drinks. Don't miss this Emory tradition!
Last year, Emory University received a grant from the Environmental Protection Agency to establish an on-campus prototype for an anaerobic digester (AD). This technology can turn food waste into biogas (renewable energy) and soil amendments (agricultural use). Ultimately, Emory is interested in demonstrating how to design an anaerobic digester that reduces environmental justice concerns. To that end, Emory … Continue Reading →
Last year, Emory University received a grant from the Environmental Protection Agency to establish an on-campus prototype for an anaerobic digester (AD). This technology can turn food waste into biogas (renewable energy) and soil amendments (agricultural use). Ultimately, Emory is interested in demonstrating how to design an anaerobic digester that reduces environmental justice concerns. To that end, Emory … Continue Reading →
The Office of Sustainability Initiatives and Emory Dining are pleased to announce the return of the Emory Sustainable Food Fair! Tuesday, October 26th from 11:30 to 1:30, farmers and sustainable food vendors will join the Emory community to engage in conversation about sustainable practices, enjoy tasty and responsibly grown food, and explore Atlanta’s sustainable food … Continue Reading →
The Center for Contemplative Science and Compassion-Based Ethics at Emory University (otherwise known as the Emory Compassion Center) is pleased to offer a free webinar with Professor Rhonda V. Magee from the University of San Francisco School of Law and author of The Inner Work of Racial Justice: Healing Ourselves and Transforming Our Communities Through Mindfulness. Professor … Continue Reading →
