Collaborative outreach projects and adaptive initiatives to create positive change in the economic, environmental, and social realms.
When you like us on facebook, you'll receive updates about current projects, initiatives, and meetings. Feel free to message or post any ideas or suggestions to the council. The world is in the process of a sustainable revolution join the fight today. Along with preserving our planet for the future; the Sustainability Council looks great on your resume and gives you an upper hand in the job market
11/04/2021
Maddie Hager and Tatiana Eggers have returned with episode 4 of the Greened Out Podcast! The newest episode is titled “The Nuclear Debate” where they talk with CMU Environmental Science graduate, Ben Denardo, about the practicality of nuclear energy on the Western Slope. They also dive into H&M's new sustainable clothing line and chat about the body product brand, Native.
Listen now on Spotify! (Link in bio)
10/22/2021
The Zero Waste Wagon will be visiting each dorm building one more time this Fall semester!
The wagon will bring hand soap, dish soap, laundry detergent, and all-purpose cleaner to each residence hall lobby.
Bring any empty or partially filled container and get a free refill on these products!
Feel free to find the wagon at any building if the time and location is more convenient for you at another building.
Check the list below for specific dates and times for each building.
October 22:
· Orchard: 11AM - 12PM
· Pinon: 12PM - 1PM
· Tolman: 1PM - 2PM
· Walnut: 2PM - 3PM
· Rait: 3PM - 4PM
· Monument: 4PM - 5PM
October 29:
· Wingate: 11AM - 12PM
· Aspen: 12PM - 1PM
· Garfield: 1PM - 2PM
· Grand Mesa: 2PM - 3PM
· Bunting: 3PM - 4PM
· Lucero: 4PM - 5PM
Also, remember that the New Way Refillery store opens on November 1st!
10/21/2021
The EMTS Program here on campus is organizing a winter supplies drive for the houseless community! Between today and Monday, November 15th, you can donate gently used winter gear in the Outdoor Program building as well as in Copeka Coffee. Hats, gloves, blankets, backpacks, scarves, coats, winter pants, socks, and long underwear are great examples of what you can donate!
10/12/2021
Come play tennis ball golf on campus with us tomorrow! Meet at 6:15pm outside Escalante Hall. We will supply the tennis balls and second-hand golf clubs. Dress for weather, we’re playing rain or shine!
10/06/2021
Sustainamavs, do you want to help conserve the Little Book Cliffs trail system and the local wild horses that roam on that land? If so, join us for a trail maintenance day with the Wild Horse Conservation Project!
We will be out from 7:00am-3:00pm on Saturday, October 9th.
Contact [email protected] ASAP to reserve your spot!
If you plan to join, it’s recommended that you are an experienced hiker.
-able to hike 6 miles over variable terrain and elevation
-comfortable carrying personal pack with sufficient hiking clothes, food, and water for the day
-willing to assist with removing trail obstacles such as branches and shrubbery (and possibly rocks)
-has transportation or is willing to ride share to trail head located in Cameo, about 30 minutes from CMU
-bring water, food, hiking shoes, clothes layers, sunscreen and work gloves
-we will provide lopper shears and hand saws
10/06/2021
New Way Refillery will be opening a new brick-and-mortar location on campus! Doors will open on November 1st. Until then, New Way Refillery is continuing to serve their sustainable products every Saturday at the Fruita Farmer’s market as well as via their House Call refill delivery service.
09/25/2021
09/14/2021
Want to look sick, snazzy, and stylin’ without the environmental impact of buying new designer drip? Come to our meeting tomorrow at 6:00pm where we will share useful tips on sustainable fashion!
(Location TBD - check again soon!)
09/09/2021
Come hike Mica Mine with us this Saturday! We will meet at the Outdoor Program (OP) parking lot at 9:45am. From there we will carpool everyone to Bangs Canyon. See you there, Sustainamavs!
05/18/2021
We hope you enjoy this recent installation of the Greened Out Podcast! As we go into the summer, remember to prioritize sustainability. If you’re traveling, whether that be nationally or internationally or both, work to be a sustainable tourist! Get outdoors, grill up some veggie burgers, and enjoy this wonderful planet of ours. Going into next semester, we’ll need help to continue to make CMU a place that fights the climate crisis rather than contributes to it. Feel free to reach out to us either here on IG or via email ([email protected] or [email protected]) for anything. See you soon, Sustainamavs!
04/27/2021
Free succulents! We challenge you to not only keep alive but nurture a succulent over the summer! Come get yours today (4-27-2021) at 3 p.m. in the plaza!
04/23/2021
The Thrift Shop is back! We will be set up in the UC from 11:00am to 1:00pm. Will be selling used clothing, mini refrigerators, microwaves, and other items! See you there, Sustainamavs!