April 2022 Written by Alexis Irvin, Office of Sustainability Intern, in collaboration with the UF Thompson Earth Systems Institute. Understanding nature and its complexities, from severe weather trends to the unique migration patterns of local species, can be complicated. Even more daunting is the idea of understanding how these systems are changing, which can have significant […]

The following people and programs were selected in 2022 to receive Champions for Change awards for their significant contributions in the areas of Sustainability or Health & Well-Being. In the category of Sustainability: Lisa Haynes Lisa Haynes has been instrumental in achieving a goal of reducing, reusing and recycling all of the materials and supplies used by […]

An exciting way to follow sustainable practices is to focus on eating seasonal produce for your local area. Find out more here!

Join us at the UF Campus Earth Week Panel to hear how people in Gainesville are finding local solutions to looming environmental problems!

As Part Of UF Campus Earth Week…  Join Office of Sustainability and the Thompson Earth Systems Institute for the next Green & Clean on Saturday, April 9th as part of UF Campus Earth Week 2022! We need YOUR help to make this the biggest clean-up and invasive species removal of the year at UF! We […]

The Student Conversations event series returns on March 28th at 5:00 pm EST. The event will highlight everything students might be curious about when it comes to academics within the ongoing UF Climate Action Plan (CAP) 2.0!

Sustainability-in-Action Showcase The Office of Sustainability and Thompson Earth Systems Institute will host the Sustainability-in-Action Showcase to kick off UF Campus Earth Week on Wednesday, April 6 from 10 am – 2 pm in the Reitz Union breezeway/tabling area. This tabling event will provide visitors like you with the opportunity to learn more about sustainability […]

UF Campus Earth Week is back this year and better than ever! Join the Office of Sustainability and the UF Thompson Earth Systems Institute in April to celebrate UF Campus Earth Week 2022! Celebrate Campus Earth Week from April 6th to 12th This annual celebration is an opportunity for students, faculty, and staff to engage […]

February 2022 Brought to you by the Office of Sustainability and the UF Thompson Earth Systems Institute. Words can barely encompass the significance of water on our planet. Throughout history, water has played a fascinating role in the history of humankind. It has allowed civilizations to flourish, fostered connections across the world, and launched countless conflicts. Because […]

UF faculty & staff, would you like a better understanding of the UF CAP and how your role at UF can have an impact? The Office of Sustainability is hosting a virtual Lunch & Learn to help faculty & staff learn more about the ongoing UF CAP 2.0 process. On Thursday, January 27th join us on Zoom from 12-1pm to find out what’s going on with climate action around UF and share your thoughts!