Thursday, June 16th, 2022 News
Certain items are not conventionally recyclable in the mixed recycling bin. To ensure maximum diversion from the landfill, Tufts has implemented specialty recycling streams on all four campuses. Check out our specialty recycling page to learn… Read More
Monday, June 13th, 2022 Events News
Happy June! Linked below are two reading lists containing environmental articles related to Pride and Juneteenth in celebration of the contributions of queer and Black environmentalists. Pride Month Reading List Juneteenth Reading List Tufts Office… Read More
Friday, June 10th, 2022 Events News
One of Tufts long-term sustainability goals is to reduce landfill waste by 3% each year! You can contribute to these efforts by implementing small changes to make your campus events low or zero waste.… Read More
Friday, May 13th, 2022 News
Summer internship positions are open with The Office of Sustainability! We’re hiring interns for Graphic Design & Communications, Recycling, and Programs. Your contributions this summer will make Tufts a more sustainable community. Not to mention… Read More
Monday, May 9th, 2022 News
Employees – if you’re attending one of the President’s Picnics in May and June, you can win a reusable napkin, utensil kit or other sustainability item! The Office of Sustainability invites you to join your colleagues in… Read More
Monday, May 9th, 2022 News
Follow these steps to make your move-out as sustainable as possible! 1. PLAN IT Decide what to keep, donate, recycle, compost, and trash. Remember, reusing is cheaper and more earth-friendly than buying new in the… Read More
Wednesday, March 30th, 2022 Events News
Because one day isn’t enough, we’re celebrating the Earth for a whole month here at Tufts! Check out the Office of Sustainability’s go-to hub for all Earth Month related activities happening across Tufts including events,… Read More
Wednesday, March 16th, 2022 Events News
The 2021-2022 Sustainability Student Leaders Symposium will take place on Sunday, March 27 at the Grand Ballroom located at UMass Lowell. Students from the Northeast will congregate for a half-day conference featuring presentations, engagement workshops, breakout sessions… Read More
Wednesday, March 16th, 2022 Events News
This webinar will spotlight the benefits and challenges of solar energy at Tufts, including Tufts’ current use and plans to further incorporate this renewable energy. We will be joined by Ruth Bennet, Senior Director… Read More
Friday, February 25th, 2022 News
Julian Agyeman Ph.D. FRSA FRGS, Professor of Urban and Environmental Policy and Planning, is the originator of the increasingly influential concept of just sustainabilities, which explores the intersecting goals of social justice and environmental sustainability defined… Read More
