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Join the Sustainability Office as we take part in County Clean Up Day, hosted by Pitch In Initiative! We will meet at UC...
05/03/2025

Join the Sustainability Office as we take part in County Clean Up Day, hosted by Pitch In Initiative!
We will meet at UCSC Porter SQUIGGLE where we can have supplies such as trash grabbers, gloves, and trash bags.
This event will support in creating visible environmental impacts and prevent litter on campus from impacting local ecosystems.
We will be providing refreshments and a raffle prize for students. Everyone is welcome to take part in the change happening on May 10th!

What’s the Freezer Challenge? 👀 It’s a global competition where labs earn points for freezer sustanability practices—def...
04/25/2025

What’s the Freezer Challenge? 👀
It’s a global competition where labs earn points for freezer sustanability practices—defrost freezers, clear out samples, tune temps, update inventory 🧊📦🌱
UCSC is in as a full campus for the 2025 challenge—and we want your lab in!
Cut energy use, boost efficiency, and help lead in sustainable science 💚🔬 There are prizes for top labs 👀🏆
Scan the QR code to get started or sign up at ➡️ freezerchallenge.mygreenlab.org
Email [email protected] for more info!

You're Invited to our Sustainable Soiree!Come enjoy delicious food and learn about the wonderful Carbon Fund Projects! I...
04/25/2025

You're Invited to our Sustainable Soiree!
Come enjoy delicious food and learn about the wonderful Carbon Fund Projects! If you are looking for project funding related to sustainability, stop by to learn how to apply for the Carbon Fund.
Location is Namaste Lounge in College 9/JRL from 4:30 to 6:00PM on May 21st!
Excited to see all the sustainable slugs!

Sustainable Slug Job Opportunity!!!!!The City is looking for one at-large youth resident member (age 24 or younger) to j...
04/08/2025

Sustainable Slug Job Opportunity!!!!!
The City is looking for one at-large youth resident member (age 24 or younger) to join the new Sustainability and Resiliency Committee! If you’re passionate about climate advocacy, transportation, water, trees, waste, buildings, energy, or resiliency, this is your chance to make a real impact.
What you’ll do: Advise the City Council on
climate and resiliency issues.
Commitment: Quarterly meetings for 18
months.
Perks: Stipends available!
Visit for more details and the link is in their bio!

Introducing Camp Campbell! This beautiful campsite hosts our annual retreat People Planet Power!Attendees can expect sha...
04/05/2025

Introducing Camp Campbell! This beautiful campsite hosts our annual retreat People Planet Power!
Attendees can expect shared lodging with bunk beds, sky lights, activities such as basketball and swimming, and of course, beautiful surroundings!
See you there👋

Sustainability News this week! 🐬A mile-long super cluster of dolphins SPOTTED along the Monterey Bay! Swipe to watch the...
03/09/2025

Sustainability News this week! 🐬
A mile-long super cluster of dolphins SPOTTED along the Monterey Bay!
Swipe to watch the incredible footage!

Are you looking for a career that allows you to learn skills in advocacy and organizing?CalPirg are looking for rising s...
03/05/2025

Are you looking for a career that allows you to learn skills in advocacy and organizing?
CalPirg are looking for rising seniors to join our team of organizers starting Fall 2025, who are passionate about issues like protecting our remaining wildlife and wild places, tackling the plastic waste crisis, helping students register and make plans to vote, and more!

Sustainability Spotlight of the Week: Harvesting Water from the Sky! 💧✨The ArtFog Collective is transforming the way we ...
03/04/2025

Sustainability Spotlight of the Week: Harvesting Water from the Sky! 💧✨

The ArtFog Collective is transforming the way we think about water with their innovative fog-catching installations! By capturing moisture from the air, they’re not only providing a sustainable water source but also inspiring creative solutions to climate challenges. 🌎💦

Sustainability Tip of the Week: Junk JournalingLooking for a fun, creative, and sustainable way to express yourself? Try...
03/02/2025

Sustainability Tip of the Week: Junk Journaling
Looking for a fun, creative, and sustainable way to express yourself? Try junk journaling! 📚✂️ By repurposing old papers, magazines, ticket stubs, and other scraps, you can craft beautiful, personalized journals—keeping waste out of landfills while nurturing your creativity! ♻️💚
Share your ideas and advice for Junk Journaling below!

Sustainability News of the Week: Ms. Blue will return to the Seymour Center!🐋In a collaborative effort, the famous whale...
02/28/2025

Sustainability News of the Week: Ms. Blue will return to the Seymour Center!🐋
In a collaborative effort, the famous whale, Ms. Blue, is undergoing the process of restoration, using sustainable methods, including recycling materials!

Learn more at news.ucsc.edu "Innovative techniques aim for climate-safe restoration of Ms. Blue"

🚨 Job Alert! 🚨 Looking for a meaningful way to make an impact on transportation accessibility and sustainability? 🌱🚲The ...
02/27/2025

🚨 Job Alert! 🚨 Looking for a meaningful way to make an impact on transportation accessibility and sustainability? 🌱🚲The Transportation Agency for Monterey County is hiring a part-time Transportation Planner to help shape the future of mobility in the Monterey Bay area! 🌍✨ This role is perfect for students or recent grads passionate about climate action, public health, and community engagement. Bonus points if you’re familiar with design tools like Canva or Adobe!💰 Pay: $22/hour
📍 Location: Hybrid (Monterey Bay area preferred)
📆 Deadline: Open until filled
Apply now and help make sustainable transportation a reality! 🚍🌿 Details & application: www.tamcmonterey.org

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