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Patagonia CEO Ryan Gellert speaks to students as the 2022 Sine Institute Distinguished Lecturer.

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Patagonia Founder Gives Away Company to Tackle Climate Crisis

Patagonia CEO Ryan Gellert joined Â鶹ÊÓƵ's Sine Institute to discuss Patagonia’s recent decision and discuss running a socially and environmentally conscious company.
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flatbed truck transports new cars

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How Will the California Gas-Powered Car Ban Help Fight Global Climate Change?

California has introduced a new ban on gas-powered vehicles starting in 2035.
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Catherine Coleman Flowers

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Hear From 2022 William K. Reilly Award Winner on Today's Environmental Challenges

Interview with Catherine Coleman Flowers, recipient of the William K. Reilly Award for Environmental Leadership from the Center for Environmental Policy at Â鶹ÊÓƵ’s School of Public Affairs.
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People viewing solar panels

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Â鶹ÊÓƵ Launches Unique Student-Advised Impact Investment Fund

The experiential learning program focused on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) investments will be funded with 1 percent of the university’s endowment
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Worldwide Climate Justice Teach-In

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Â鶹ÊÓƵ To Co-Host and Participate in Worldwide Climate Justice Teach-In: DC

Â鶹ÊÓƵ is partnering with seven other DC-area colleges and universities to host the Worldwide Climate Justice Teach-In. Featuring more than 30 speakers in 15 different panels, these student-focused events will highlight climate initiatives on each campus.
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Campus Race to Zero Waste 2022

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Â鶹ÊÓƵ Takes Part in Campus Race to Zero Waste National Competition

Â鶹ÊÓƵ’s Office of Sustainability and Zero Waste Office encourage the campus community to participate in the annual Campus Race to Zero Waste national competition.
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Baehler and McGraw Lead Pipe Research News

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Timely Study by SPA Researchers Provides Roadmap for Equitable Lead Pipe Replacement

Center for Environmental Policy Home, School of Public Affairs, Â鶹ÊÓƵ, Washington, DC
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Men's Basketball Holds 8th Annual Sustainability-Themed Game on Feb. 16

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Men's Basketball Holds 8th Annual Sustainability-Themed Game on Feb. 16

"Go Green," but wear red, white, and blue to Bender Arena to cheer on Â鶹ÊÓƵ's men's basketball team at the 8th Annual Sustainability Awareness Game against Navy on Wednesday, February 16 at 7 p.m.
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The two 100-foot smokestacks behind Asbury Hall are coming down over winter break.

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Relics of a Bygone Era Coming Down Over Winter Break

The removal of campus smokestacks furthers Â鶹ÊÓƵ’s green initiatives.
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Â鶹ÊÓƵ EcoPledge program

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New Sustainability Initiatives Engage Hundreds of Â鶹ÊÓƵ Students

As part of Â鶹ÊÓƵ’s continued efforts to promote a culture of sustainability, this fall the Office of Sustainability launched the EcoRep and EcoPledge programs.
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