Greener Together: Alumni Show Up For Sustainability
Current and former Stanford students keep the university’s sustainability legacy alive at the All Alumni Day Farm Fest.
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Be A Leak Detective: Water Wise in EVGR
Stanford’s R&DE team discovered widespread toilet valve leaks in EVGR, with 65% of toilets potentially affected and wasting thousands of gallons daily.
Acknowledging the Source: Tribal Sovereignty in the Tuolumne County Watershed
New water fill signs, installed in May 2024, acknowledge ancestral land and aim to foster greater awareness of the water’s origins and cultural significance.
New Department will Drive Change in University Supply Chain
Stanford has launched a dedicated Responsible Purchasing Department to advance sustainable procurement practices and strengthen supplier partnerships.
61 Students Start Living Lab Internships & Fellowships
Sixty-one Stanford students are driving real change in sustainability through the Living Lab Program, tackling real issues while gaining hands-on experience.
Students Become Wise About Waste on Move-In Day
Over 1,700 new first-year students were welcomed with proper waste sorting tips as they moved into their dorms this year.
Building a Sustainable Home for Stanford Graduate School of Education
Stanford’s ambitious renovation of the Graduate School of Education blends sustainability with historical preservation, incorporating reduced waste and energy efficiency.
Mail and Package Programs Embracing Sustainability
Mail and Package Services’ last mile program reduces emissions and traffic congestion, contributing to the university’s net zero emissions goal.
Access for All: Zero Waste Update Completed
Proper sorting is now easier than ever, with over 9,000 new bins installed, thousands more reused, and over 30,000 new labels and signs added.
New “BurnBot” Tech Aids Stanford in Managing Wildfire Risk and Resilience
Californians are no strangers to wildfires. As the scientific community searches for answers to prevent fire before it happens, Stanford is testing a “BurnBot” that can create fuel breaks.
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