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Mid-Atlantic Green Roof Science & Technology Symposium
The University of Maryland Extension is hosting a symposium to share the latest results on green roof scientific research and technological developments. Learn more: https://go.umd.edu/cZn Thu, Jul 14, 2022, 8 am– Fri, Jul 15, 2022, 12 pm EDT Location: Edward St. John Learning and Teaching Center 4131 Campus Drive College Park, MD 20742 About this event:View Article Details for Mid-Atlantic Green Roof Science & Technology Symposium -
Sustainable Solutions to Fast Fashion Webinar 4/17
Fast Fashion Webinar Wednesday, April 27, 2022 4-5pmView Article Details for Sustainable Solutions to Fast Fashion Webinar 4/17 -
Sustainability at Maryland Day!
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Sustainability Fund Workshop- Networking, Ideation, & Action Planning
Sustainability Fund Workshop: Networking, Ideation, & Action PlanningMon, April 25, 6-8pm, ESJ 2101Registration is limited to the first 40 students who register. Please register here by Friday, April 22.View Article Details for Sustainability Fund Workshop- Networking, Ideation, & Action Planning -
Sustainability Fund Grant Workshop
Sustainability Fund Grant Workshop Mon, April 25, 6-8 pm, Innovation Loft- ESJ 2101 This in-person workshop is for students interested in applying for a Sustainability Fund grant. During the workshop, you will brainstorm and troubleshoot your grant proposal ideas to advance campus sustainability.View Article Details for Sustainability Fund Grant Workshop -
UMD's Journey to Curbing Waste
Despite the obstacles, UMD's departments have achieved major improvements in reducing waste and improving recycling, composting, and reuse systems. While tackling waste sources and systems is an ongoing process, each of us can contribute to progress towards much needed change. Read this storyView Article Details for UMD's Journey to Curbing Waste -
Sustainability in the Food System
Dining Services Partners to Alleviate Hunger, Avoid Waste, and Address Climate Pollution In support of campus sustainability goals, Dining Services developed and adopted the Sustainable Food Action Plan in October 2012, committing to continuously provide more nutritious and environmentally, socially, and economically sustainable food to campus diners. Read this storyView Article Details for Sustainability in the Food System
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