This article, originally published in @theu on November 7, 2019, was written by Kate Whitbeck, communications, sustainability office. Every office has that one person who pulls things out of the trash and puts them in the recycle bin. The same person goes around and turns off the lights that aren’t being used. Sometimes it is […]
Read MoreThis article, originally published in @theu on August 9, 2019, was written by Corinne Smart, University Print & Mail Services. In an industry based on using paper, sustainable practices are an ongoing challenge for organizations like University Print & Mail Services. But taking that challenge on has proved successful for the department, which has just […]
Read MoreThis article, originally published in @theu October 24, 2019, was written by Wes Mangum, communications specialist, Facilities. The University of Utah is serious about leading the way in energy efficiency and that’s garnering national attention. The Robert H. & Katherine B. Garff Building was given an award recognizing effort in innovation and teamwork by Engineering […]
Read MoreThis article, originally published in @theu on September 6, 2019, was written by Paul Gabrielsen, science writer, University of Utah Communications. For low-income families, paying the energy bill every month can be challenging, as energy bills can account for up to twice the percentage of income as for families with median income. Further, converting to […]
Read MoreThis article, originally published September 6, 2019 in @theu, was written by Paul Gabrielsen, science writer, University of Utah Communications. Public transit has long been an answer for people looking to leave their car at home and reduce their air pollution emissions. But now, with better rider tracking tools, the University of Utah and the […]
Read MoreThis is one in a series of stories about a clean air symposium held at the University of Utah on Oct. 3, 2019. The article was written by University of Utah Communications and published in @theu November 8, 2019. There’s nothing like a crisis to motivate people to change their behaviors. But when it comes […]
Read MoreThis is one in a series of stories about a clean air symposium held at the University of Utah on Oct. 3, 2019.The article was written by University of Utah Communications and published in @theu November 13, 2019. Here’s what Keith Bartholomew tells his students: When it comes to Utah’s air pollution, it’s your job […]
Read MoreEditor’s note: This is one in a series of stories about a clean air symposium held at the University of Utah on Oct. 3, 2019. The article was written by University of Utah Communications and published in @theu November 1, 2019. Swedish teen activist Greta Thunberg, who has inspired a global youth climate awareness movement, […]
Read MoreThis article by University of Utah Communications was featured in @theu on November 19, 2019. Sometimes even well-meaning people contribute to air pollution (exhibit A: the majority of attendees at the University of Utah’s “The Air We Breathe” symposium arrived by car). So how do you inspire people to change? Take a look at the […]
Read MoreBy Amber Aumiller, graduate assistant, Sustainability Office How much impact does the media actually have on policy change? How much impact does the public have? Knowing the answers to these questions is absolutely critical in a global moment where the effects of climate change necessitate a swift environmental policy or regulatory response. Knowing what the […]
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