New degree anticipates global energy transitions
Recognizing that today’s global energy transitions demand leaders who can navigate interwoven technical, societal and environmental challenges, ASU's School of Sustainability introduced a Doctor of Philosophy in Sustainable Energy in November 2016.
Engaging researchers to further biodiversity conservation
On November 14, the ASU Center for Biodiversity Outcomes (CBO) hosted its Third Annual Biodiversity Research Engagement Symposium. The symposium offers ASU researchers an opportunity to learn about CBO work
Dinner 2040 provides a taste of the future
While enjoying equitably-produced dishes at Maya's Farm in Phoenix, diners at Dinner 2040 – a charette-style event planned by sustainability scientist Joan McGregor – used their diverse backgrounds to discuss key food values and how to better implement them.
Precaution and governance of emerging technologies
Dr. Jim Collins, Affiliated Faculty of the Center for Biodiversity Outcomes has co-authored a policy forum in Science Magazine on “Precaution and governance of emerging technologies.” Collins and seven other
What's in a game? A creative approach to complicated issues.
A game called “Future Shocks and City Resilience” – created by Senior Sustainability Scientist Lauren Withycombe Keeler – taught participants at a November 2016 City of Tempe Resilience Workshop to think about sustainability in terms much broader than recycling.
Upping the game for reduced greenhouse gas emissions
The School of Sustainability's Datu Buyung Agusdinata is leading ASU's contribution to an NSF-funded video game, which will help everyday people understand how their consumption affects the environment while revealing valuable insights about human behavior.
Fostering sustainability and forging connections in Guatemala
Study abroad programs and volunteer efforts in Guatemala – listed among the world's happiest countries despite its struggles with poverty and crime – have created connections among several sustainability alumni, including job offers and chance meetings.
TSC Announces Sheila Bonini Joining WWF; Euan Murray Named CEO Effective December 1st
Tempe, AZ – The Sustainability Consortium (TSC) announced today that Sheila Bonini will be stepping down as CEO to take a position at WWF and Euan Murray will be the
When research crawls, slithers and stings
When research crawls, slithers and stings
Center for Biodiversity Outcomes welcomes new project manager
The Center for Biodiversity Outcomes is excited to welcome its new Project Manager, Amy Scoville-Weaver. Amy brings a professional background in brand management, strategic planning and community outreach, and has worked in a
Leon Billings and Thomas Jorling: Thought Leader Series
Widely regarded as pioneers of the "Golden Age" in environmental policy seen in the 1970s, Leon Billings and Thomas Jorling penned this Thought Leader Series contribution to call attention to the enormous pink elephant in the current U.S. presidential election – climate change.
Joan McGregor: Thought Leader Series
Food provides much more to humanity than sustenance, says Professor of Philosophy and Senior Sustainability Scientist Joan McGregor, who articulates the need for a values-based food system and describes an event aimed at modeling one in this Thought Leader Series piece.