sustainable Buffs
Here are 5 things you need to know about mutual aid and how you can get involved in our upcoming Climate Justice events.
CU Boulder’s Zero Waste efforts at the 2024 football games diverted 99,499 pounds of waste through collaboration between the Environmental Center, CU Athletics, and dedicated volunteers, earning national recognition for sustainability leadership.
Valentine’s Day is a great excuse to do something nice for anyone in your life you appreciate! As you celebrate, remember to keep sustainability in mind.ÌýWhy leave the planet out?ÌýValentine’s Day is heavily commercialized, with stores
Thrifting goes hand in hand with a sustainable lifestyle. With Americans throwing away over 13 million tons of clothing each year, fast fashion and overconsumption lead to excess waste in landfills, carbon emissions from textile manufacturing and
As the cold weather creeps into Boulder, you’ll soon turn to sweaters, cardigans, and crewnecks. Those are some bulky clothing items, and your closet may be cramped for space, which makes this the perfect time to slim down your wardrobe and the pieces you have in your closet. Here are a few tips and tricks on cleaning your closet and getting ready for winter!
Travel can be exciting, but it can also negatively impact the environment. Whether you travel for vacation, to visit family or out of necessity, there are many ways to incorporate sustainable, eco-friendly practices into your travel plans.ÌýHere
Halloween kicks off the holiday season, but with a little planning, you can celebrate sustainably by reducing costume waste, avoiding non-recyclable candy wrappers, and making eco-friendly choices.
CU Boulder’s Zero Waste Program helped divert over 50,000 pounds of recycling from landfills during move-in week—equivalent to the weight of 50 Ralphies—proving that every Sustainable Buff makes a difference.
Recycling is a tricky process that takes practice and vigilance since guidelines are often changing. According to EcoCycle, Boulder’s recycling company, there are some items that regularly contaminate their recycling machines. On campus, the Grounds