Harnessing the power of the sun
A student-led project to bring solar panels to campus

A student-led UI Sustainability Center team is working in collaboration with UI Facilities Services on a plan to install nearly 400 solar panels on the roof of the Integrated Research and Innovation Center (IRIC) Building.

More than just volunteering
UI Earth Fest celebrates sustainability throughout April

Those interested in sustainability workshops, presentations and hands-on service learning opportunities have the chance to participate in April’s monthlong series of events through the annual University of Idaho Earth Fest.  […]

Changing the conversation
UI Women’s Center, Sustainability Center to teach community members ways to make periods more sustainable

The University of Idaho Sustainability and Women’s centers will offer a one-hour interactive presentation on menstrual periods and how to make them more sustainable 7 p.m. Tuesday. “The stigma (around […]

A different kind of science fiction
Campus book club launches Wednesday through UI Sustainability Center, Department of English partnership

A brand new book club will showcase science fiction literature that centers on climate change, with monthly discussions held from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. in the University of Idaho […]

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‘Getting Dirty’ for Earth Day

UI Sustainability Center hosts monthlong Earth Fest At the University of Idaho, Earth Day transcends its usual 24-hour time constraint. According to Stevie Steely, UI Sustainability Center projects coordinator, it’s […]

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Greeks build a green community

Greek students encourage recycling with a two-month competition In an effort to encourage green and environmentally friendly living, members of the University of Idaho’s Greek community are participating in a […]