Sustainability scientist honored by Macedonian president
Senior Sustainability Scientist Kiril Hristovski is honored by Gjorge Ivanov, president of Macedonia, for his invaluable contribution to the preservation and affirmation of Macedonia's historical, cultural and spiritual traditions and values. 22
Fron Nahzi piece in The World Post
In a July 2016 commentary in The World Post, Fron Nahzi – global business development director for the Walton Sustainability Solutions Initiatives' – describes the status of Kosovo's energy transition. He explains
Seminar provides sunny outlook on solar in Kosovo
With programming support from the School of Sustainability, two ASU professors presented a two-week seminar on the renewable energy potential of Kosovo – currently powered by coal – to university faculty members in that country.
Thinking inclusively about improvements to slums
According to Senior Sustainability Scientist José Lobo, the negative effects of urbanization in the developing world may be reversed through a different approach to urban planning – namely, through data collection and community engagement.
Hope for the sustainability of American suburbs
In his latest book, "The Future of the Suburban City," Senior Sustainability Scholar Grady Gammage explains why suburbs show promise in the era of climate change and provides examples of cities that are making strides toward resilience.
Locust outbreak brings ASU expert to Argentina
The worst locust outbreak Argentina had experienced in 60 years brought Arianne Cease, a School of Sustainability professor and locust expert, to that country to discuss rapid responses to swarms – the motivation behind her Global Locust Consortium.
A framework for fighting wicked water problems
In a recent contribution to Christian Science Monitor, School of Sustainability alumnus Christa Brelsford writes that solutions to today's water problems lie with a complex systems approach to water management.
A modern twist on the age-old concept of commons
Common-pool resources – like water, air and the internet – are no stranger to debate, say the two sustainability scientists behind the latest edition of the book "Sustaining the Commons," but are also not without solutions.
Taking useful technology to market
Slotting it at 38th in their annual rankings of utility patents earned by universities worldwide, the National Academy of Inventors and the Intellectual Property Owners Association recognized the environment of creativity fostered by ASU.
ASU blue bag recycling program expands beyond Tempe
ASU's Zero Waste Program has created a Blue Bag Recycling Program that extends cross all four of their campuses. These bags are available to any community member and with 540
Developing renewable energy plan and tools in collaboration with military and government stakeholders
Tempe, AZ (June 30, 2016) – The U.S. Department of Defense Office of Economic Adjustment awarded $941,469 to Arizona State University and the City of Surprise to fund the creation of
7 tips for a sustainable vacation
Christine Vogt, Director of the Center for Sustainable Tourism at Arizona States' College of Public Service and Community Solutions, provides 7 tips on how to enjoy a sustainable vacation.