It’s Time We Break Up with Plastics
By Karen Hallisey There’s an unhealthy relationship you may be in, that’s affecting not just you, but others. The toxic relationship we’re talking about that has gone on for too…
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Where the Wild Things Thrive
The signs of spring are starting to crop up on campus: buzzing hummingbirds, chirping squirrels, and blooming flowers. UCLA is not just a habitat for Bruins — we share the…
A Climate of Change
February begins under less stormy conditions than the torrential rain that pummeled L.A. and other cities across California in January, causing mudslides, flooding, and road closures. But with extreme weather…
A Healthier Planet for a Happier New Year
Many Bruins will start 2023 resolving to take better care of themselves. But what about our planet’s well-being? Environmental health and human health are intrinsically linked, in obvious ways like…
UCLA Expands Dedication to Protecting Biodiversity, Joins International Nature Coalition
By Karen Hallisey Against the backdrop of the biggest global summit for living things, the United Nations Biodiversity Conference, UCLA has pledged to further help Earth’s animals and plants by…
Sustainable By Design
By Karen Hallisey Buildings have a significant impact on human health and the environment. Green buildings can reduce the negative impact on the natural environment by using less water, energy,…
Less Trash, More Good Cheer
By Karen Hallisey The most wonderful time of the year can also be the most wasteful. Food consumption, decorating, and wrapping gifts add up in the bin. Especially during the…
Food For Thought in the UCLA Sustainability Plan
By Karen Hallisey November, especially given Thanksgiving, is an ideal time to talk about conscious consumption and the impact of food on the environment. The month, and its holiday centered…
Sustainability in Cultures Art Gallery Highlights Student Voices
Karlie Hayes 2021-22 Zero Waste Ambassador Sustainability wasn’t invented by the coining of the term “sustainable.” It means different things to different people, cultures, and communities: each has distinct sustainable…
Tips for an Eco-Conscious Holiday Season
Karlie Hayes 2021-22 Zero Waste Ambassador As December begins and finals week comes to an end, many of us will take part in holiday traditions. From Kwanzaa, to Hanukkah, to…