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…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
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…
By Kristida Chhour 2021-22 Zero Waste Ambassador Food is a hot topic at UCLA, with lots of exciting new events and programming going on. This month, the Zero Waste Ambassadors…
By Karlie Hayes 2021-22 Zero Waste Ambassador This Thursday and Friday, we will gather with friends and family to give thanks and celebrate the beginning of the holiday season. However,…
UCLA has been recognized as a top performer in the 2021 Sustainable Campus Index, achieving 5th place in the Buildings category and 4th place in the Wellbeing & Work category….
By Kikei Wong UCLA Zero Waste Manager UCLA was recognized by the National Recycling Coalition (NRC) with The Outstanding Higher Education Program Award, given annually to an institution of higher…