From the placement of landfills to the impacts of extreme weather events, it is apparent that climate change and other environmental issues disproportionately and unjustly affect communities of color and low-income neighborhoods, worsening existing health disparities and overall wellness and wealth-building. We challenge our sustainability network to educate ourselves on the importance of climate justice and environmental justice and how we can all further these movements.
Did you know our team works with staff, faculty, and students to integrate sustainability into the operational, academic, research, community-building, and visioning functions of Emory University, Oxford College, and Emory Healthcare campuses? This is an expansive mission and one that we cannot achieve alone. Your support for OSI's student intern, inaugural post-graduate Fellow, Sustainability & Social Justice … Continue Reading →
The Emory Climate Coalition is kicking off this year's Climate Week with the Universities for a Greener Georgia Conference! The event will consist of a keynote address from Chandra Farley, followed by panels on climate science, green careers, and climate action. Lunch from Chipotle will be provided, and there will be time to mingle with panelists and other attendees.You are invited … Continue Reading →
The mission of the Emory University Symposium on Biological Diversity is to celebrate and promote knowledge of the rich diversity of species and ecosystems at Emory and beyond. The Symposium fosters diverse and interdisciplinary perspectives on nature and the environment by centering Traditional Ways of Knowing and research in the humanities and social sciences alongside Western science … Continue Reading →
Leah Thomas is an eco-communicator, aka an environmentalist with a love for writing + creativity, based in Ventura, CA. She’s passionate about advocating for and exploring the relationship between social justice and environmentalism. You could say she’s tryna make the world a little more equal for everyone and a little nicer to our home planet. … Continue Reading →
Celebrate Earth Day with the Office of Sustainability Initiatives! The virtual event will take place on Friday, April 15th, from 10:30-11:30 am. During the celebration, we will be announcing this year’s Sustainability Innovator Award, Outstanding Sustainability Representative Award, and Lifetime Achievement Award recipients; highlighting major sustainability accomplishments from Emory students and employees; and sharing ways to get involved. To join the celebration, register at this link. … Continue Reading →
Since 2008, the Emory Farmers Market has been a lively campus community space for local farms and businesses that offer a wide selection of fresh produce, hand-crafted.goods, and diverse beverage and lunch options for students, faculty, and staff. The weekly Emory Farmers Market is held on Tuesdays from 11 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on the … Continue Reading →
Emory volunteers will have the opportunity to get your hands dirty and contribute to the Educational Garden Project! During this Garden workday, volunteers will assist with seasonal garden activities, such as weeding, watering, harvesting, and general Garden maintenance. Volunteers will also gain knowledge about growing vegetables using organic gardening techniques in Georgia, Don't miss out … Continue Reading →
Emory Explores: Food Justice & Sustainability with Yaza Sarieh (18Ox, 20C) Register here
Join CBWW and their community for their 2nd annual Earth Day celebration! Games, music, raffles, giveaways, and more!The first 150 community members will receive a free environmental wellness kit valued at $75.
In celebration of Earth Day, go to the Point to recycle your goods with participating local partners. Learn what materials can be recycled and more at this link.
