San Francisco's sustainability efforts

San Francisco has become one of the most innovative cities in the world in implementing new comprehensive approaches to urban sustainability. From its groundbreaking zero waste strategies such as the

Pioneer in renewable energy research

Q&A with Devens Gust Dr. Devens Gust Student working in Gust’s lab Computer model of an artificial photosynthetic reaction center molecule Dr. Devens Gust is Foundation Professor of Chemistry and

Thirteen sustainability graduates represent milestone for Arizona State University

ASU celebrates its first class of graduates from the nation's first School of Sustainability President Barack Obama’s message of change parallels the vision Arizona State University has been pursuing since

School of Sustainability and faculty members receive numerous awards

ASU’s School of Sustainability and its faculty members were widely recognized for achievements, educational contributions, and research advances in 2008-2009. Among the accolades: ASU’s School of Sustainability received both a

ASU collects donations during year-end move-out

On May 07, 2009 and May 11, 2009from 12:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Every year as students rush to move out, residence hall dumpsters fill up with things that could

DOE funds bio-inspired solar fuel center at ASU

ASU center will focus on using fundamentals of photosynthesis to unlock new sources of energy TEMPE Ariz. — Arizona State University will be home to a new Energy Frontier Research

ASU energizes West campus with large solar project

TEMPE, Ariz.—Arizona State University has begun an ambitious project to install 3.3 MW of renewable energy capacity via solar cells on its West campus.The project primarily will utilize open space

Experts issue report on adapting to climate change in desert and coastal cities

In January 2009, a group of 31 experts with diverse backgrounds convened at Arizona State University’s Decision Theater for a two-day workshop. Participants identified management needs, research gaps, and adaptation

School of Sustainability graduate opens pathway toward climate-friendly parking and transit

Graduating senior Andrew Krause has been studying how to reduce ASU greenhouse gas emissions in an area that is often overlooked -- the conference room. His capstone project for a

ASU student designs new container to end food packaging waste

You probably know that buying in bulk is a great way to reduce packaging and get a rock bottom price. Another perk is that it keeps spoiled food and dollars

Podcast: The scoop on buying in bulk

Brendan Beardsley, a master’s student in ASU’s College of Design, has a plan to help you live a more sustainable lifestyle and save a little money, too. Learn more about

Ray Jensen as University Sustainability Operations Officer

By Karen Leland, DirectorCommunications and Marketing Demonstrating its proactive leadership in the field of sustainability, Arizona State University (ASU) has appointed Associate Vice President of University Business Services Ray Jensen