Student worker appreciation

Looking back on the 2022-23 school year, we would like to express our appreciation for our student workers and their valuable contributions to the Swette Center. Their creativity, vibrant personalities, and passion for sustainable food systems greatly enhance our team. We are pleased that they will continue to work with us this summer and during the upcoming school year!

Updates in Cardiac Amyloidosis

Updates in Cardiac Amyloidosis are supported in part by an independent educational grant from Pfizer. The Institute for Future Health is hosting a hybrid (in-person and Livestream) conference focused on building the

Chia Sisters: The drink to heal you and the planet

Samantha Sudstill While originally working in one of New Zealand’s biggest corporate law firms, Florence Van Dyke found herself wanting to embark on a more entrepreneurial journey, especially one where she could pursue her

Reflections on a gathering for small minority food producers in Arizona

On May 6th, 2023, a windy and sunny spring day, I was excited to attend the 2nd Annual Small Minority Farmers and Ranchers Conference. The conference was hosted and led by Rachel and James Stewart, founders and owners of Southwest Black Ranchers of Douglas, Arizona.

Solar-reflective ramada helps cool local dog park

RJ Dog Park in Phoenix just got a little cooler. It is now home to Arizona’s first “Passive Daytime Radiative Cooling Ramada,” a unique solar-reflective ramada built by Arizona State

Info of Interest - June 8, 2023

SCN Info of Interest–June 8, 2023June's SCN Info of Interest was sent out via email. Includes info on: Local First Arizona celebrating 20 years, SCN workgroup meetings, webinars, news, and

New summary report released: Strategies for Municipal Fleet Electrification

The future of transportation in cities lies in the implementation of fleet electric vehicles (EVs). With the benefits of decreasing fossil fuel consumption and reduced maintenance costs, the City of Peoria is identifying opportunities for more sustainable transit systems.

Inspired Climate Conscious Leadership alum takes initiative to change WA state law

In May 2022, ASU's College of Global Futures launched Climate Conscious Leadership (CCL), a brand new professional certificate program aimed at professionals from all backgrounds who want to take action

Meet affiliated faculty Hamid Marvi

Read on for an interview with Hamid Marvi, Senior Global Futures Scientist and Associate Professor of Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering in the School for Engineering of Matter, Transport and Energy.

Ladies Who Tech: Women breaking the glass ceiling

Jill Tang, 2022 WE Empower Finalist, Asia-Pacific In a field where women are the minority, Jill Tang wanted to draw that gender gap to a close and shine a light

Partnership highlight: ASU class helps small Arizona town with tourism, retention planning

ASU News highlighted a recent partnership between Project Cities and the Town of Miami!

Info of Interest - May 23, 2023

SCN Info of Interest–May 23, 2023May's SCN Info of Interest was sent out via email. Includes info on: City of Flagstaff awarded Partners for Places Grant, SCN workgroup meetings, webinars,