Tuesday, July 19th, 2022 News
Save money and the environment this Fall semester by signing up for a discounted MBTA pass by August 8th. Discount passes are available to all Tufts students and employees through SIS. Utilizing public transportation decreases… Read More
Tuesday, July 12th, 2022 Events News
The high temperatures of July make it a very energy intensive month. The Joyce Cummings Center is beating the heat with its energy efficient features. The building was constructed with a low energy-use target in… Read More
Wednesday, July 6th, 2022 Events News
Do you want to join millions of people across the world in reducing plastic waste? Take the pledge to go plastic-free this month!Check out the Plastic Free July webpage for more information on how you can identify single-use… Read More
Wednesday, July 6th, 2022 Events News
A Green Fund project to implement a reusable takeout container program at Elm’s Cafe on the Grafton campus is well underway! Students can opt into the Green To Go program by paying a $1 deposit… Read More
Wednesday, July 6th, 2022 Events News
This spring, we made the President’s Picnics into low-waste events by sorting waste, composting food scraps, and challenging guests to commit to more sustainable habits. Watch the full video below.
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
