Over 200 student-driven solutions were developed to help normalize waste-sorting behavior and promote a zero waste campus culture.
These included apps and other technological solutions to gamify recycling, creative campus events (such as a fashion show showcasing second-hand items), and use of art to inspire change through murals and showcasing of pieces made from reclaimed materials. This course collaboration is a great example of pairing operations and academics to leverage the campus as a living lab for sustainability!
Stanford has set a new benchmark for sustainability at live events through its first major concert hosted by Stanford Athletics and Stanford Live. Sustainable Stanford hosted a fireside chat with sustainability leadership from Live Nation and Warner Music Group in tandem with this milestone.
From reducing embodied carbon in construction to piloting organic landscape management, the annual Student Sustainability Symposium highlighted how student-led innovation is driving sustainability at Stanford.
Laura Segura Gonzalez, a second-year design student, is leading jean upcycling workshops to combat fast fashion waste, empowering students to transform old jeans into something new.
