Sustainable Cornell

Older adults are among the most vulnerable to climate change — and among the most overlooked in our response to it.

Join us at Cornell Reunion Weekend for a talk by Karl Pillemerwho will share why older adults are both uniquely vulnerable to climate-related crises and a powerful, underutilized force for change.

We're also celebrating our 15th anniversary. You'll be able to share with us your memories of Urie Bronfrenbrenner and the BCTR.

Details: https://bctr.cornell.edu/event/reunion-weekend-research-talk-with-karl-pillemer-and-15th-anniversary-celebration/

Catch the latest sustainability news, initiatives and opportunities in the May Sustainable Cornell Newsletter.
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2026 Donation Bins Open May 7 - June 30 Dump & Run Ithaca is accepting donations of quality used household goods and clothing May 7 through June 30. Find campus bin locations and schedule pick-ups.

https://sustainable.cornell.edu/news/cornell-sustainability-reporting-stars

🌟 Celebrating new STARS Platinum institutions!

Congratulations to Cornell University (STARS 2.2), Loyola University Chicago (STARS 3.0), and SUNY ESF (STARS 3.0) on earning a Platinum rating—the highest level in AASHE’s Sustainability Tracking, Assessment & Rating System (STARS).

STARS is a transparent, self-reporting framework– created by AASHE– that is used by colleges and universities to measure and communicate their sustainability performance across academics, engagement, planning, and operations. A Platinum rating reflects comprehensive, institution-wide efforts to advance sustainability and a very strong commitment to continuous improvement.

We’re proud to recognize Cornell, State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry, and Loyola University Chicago for their leadership and the work they’re doing to drive meaningful change across their campuses. These milestones would not be possible without the leadership and commitment of the campus liaisons guiding the reporting process across these institutional systems: Lisa Kilgore (Cornell University), Aaron Durnbaugh (Loyola University Chicago), and Mark Lichtenstein (State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry). A special thank you to the many campus champions who contributed time, knowledge, and collaboration to make these accomplishments possible.

We’re excited to see this momentum continue and look forward to celebrating even more Platinum-rated institutions soon.

Couldn’t make the Sustainable Cornell Summit? We’ve got you
🎥 Watch the 2026 summit and explore
⚡ NY State energy transition challenges & opportunities
🏗 BIG RED Utilities Reliability & Energy Transition (BIGRED URET) work
🔬 Living Lab sustainability projects
🎓 Leadership updates + closing insights from campus sustainability leaders
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