Heliae raises $28.4 million for Gilbert expansion

The ASU research spinout company will use the funds to establish its first commercial algae manufacturing plant for personal care and nutrition supplement markets.

Not just biofuel: Spotlighting the variety of non-fuel options for algae

Although algae has been highlighted for its potential as an alternative fuel source, this special microorganism has also established itself in an array of other marketable fields. Feeds, cosmetics, and

Act on Climate PHX: Day of information, inspiration, and action

PHOENIX, Ariz. – July 31, 2013 – Local elected officials, business owners and advocates held a press conference today to highlight the impacts of climate change – including extreme heat, drought and air

All ASU campuses are now tobacco-free

Effective on Aug. 1, smoking and smokeless tobacco products are prohibited on all university campuses in an effort to make ASU a healthier, happier, and litter-free university.

Nature: ASU President Michael Crow on digital learning

In the journal Nature, ASU President Michael Crow says the education field can benefit from online courses that reach equally across audiences and provide adaptive, personalized learning.

Arizona Rooftop Solar Challenge Grant

SCN convenes communities for state solar grant The Rooftop Solar Challenge is funded by the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) SunShot Initiative. This initiative supports 22 regional teams collaborating with

Book addresses issues of the urban century

School of Sustainability Interim Dean Christopher Boone and research partner Michail Fragkias say vulnerability science can assist local environmental justice issues to inform long-term urban sustainability.

Book links urban ecology, environmental justice, and global environmental change

Christopher Boone, Interim Dean of Arizona State University’s School of Sustainability and co-PI of the Central Arizona-Phoenix Long-Term Ecological Research (CAP LTER) program, and Michail Fragkias, Visiting Professor at Boise

Climate action: Who will lead?

A Thought Leader Series Piece By Chris Spence Note: Chris Spence is the director of the Institute at the Golden Gate, a program of the Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy

Essential nutrient is examined in book, "Phosphorus, Food, and Our Future"

Phosphorus is intertwined with all facets of life, including food, water, jobs, waste, and health, which are all outlined in the new book edited by Sustainability Scientist James Elser.

Urban heat island phenomenon explained

Broadcasted live from Phoenix, Sustainability Scientist Matei Georgescu discussed causes of and solutions for urban heat island effect to Beijing viewers of China Central TV-America.

Past director for Purchasing and Business Services is new ASU Sustainability Operations Officer

John Riley replaces retired Ray Jensen and now oversees the university's business operations like parking, materials, and licensing in addition to supporting sustainability practices.