February is Water Awareness Month!

Atlanta is one of the largest municipalities on one of the smallest watersheds in the nation. We are a region of droughts and floods, coupled with old sewer infrastructure and high water rates. Going forward, efforts to use water more consciously will require commitment from students, faculty, staff, visitors and others – and that commitment will make a difference locally for years to come.

“Achieving Equitable Development for Communities” – EPA Environmental Justice Webinar

Virtual Event

Members of the Emory community are invited to to attend the second in a series of five virtual environmental justice webinars on Thursday, June 24, 2021, from 6:00 - 8:30 pm EST. The topic is, “Achieving Equitable Development for Communities.” This webinar is unique in that it will have presenters from community-based organizations, non-profits, academia, and private/public sectors who … Continue Reading →

From Table to Farm – Anaerobic Digestion Workshop: Environmental Justice and AD Speakers

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 →

From Table to Farm – Anaerobic Digestion Workshop: Keynote Address: Professor Carlton Waterhouse

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 →