TO: Campus Community
FR: Sustainable SSU
This Earth Week, we are pleased to announce the creation of the Climate and Sustainability Pledge, where you can learn about personal actions you can take daily that result in the most significant reduction in greenhouse gasses.
This pledge is the result of a one-year effort reviewing literature and speaking with leading scientists and regional practitioners to identify the top three daily changes you can make to reduce your impact on the planet:
- Diet – reducing meat and dairy in our diet
- Energy Use – reducing travel and consumerism
- Getting Involved – bringing about policy-based change
Aligning your everyday actions with your values has a ripple effect, encouraging others around you to take action. Whether you are ready for a little or a big change, there are pledge options for you. Take the pledge and make a difference!
Earth Week Events:
Early Earth Day Tabling Event
April 20, 2022, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Mt. Denali Gym at the Rec Center.
See what is already happening on campus to support sustainability and reduce our contribution to climate change. Recology, Sun Power, Culinary Services, Faculty projects, Student groups, Facilities Management, and more will be there to showcase what exciting work is happening at SSU.
Film showing and chat
April 20, 2022, 4 to 6:30 p.m.
Warren Auditorium (101 in Ives Hall)
The Center for Environmental Inquiry will be showing “Embers of Awakening,” a gripping exploration of how fire is changing the way we live. This showing will be followed by a conversation and Q&A with the filmmakers. Details and registration can be found on the Center for Environmental Inquiry website.