Environment and Climate

IKEA Says Goodbye to Single-Use Plastics on Jan. 1, 2020

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December 23, 2019

The Swedish retail giant pledged to get rid of all single-use plastics in its home furnishings and restaurants.

this photo shows the importance of a successful campus recycling program to maintaining the beauty of Saint Leo University.

Campus Recycling Program Makes Comeback at Saint Leo University

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December 18, 2019

After closing down its program due to contaminated bins a few years ago, the Sullivan Foundation partner school has made huge strides in recycling and waste reduction in 2019.

this photo shows the recipient of a major award for green buildings on college campuses

Furman University Wins Award for Green Buildings

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December 17, 2019

The U.S. Green Building Council Carolinas honored the Sullivan Foundation partner school for its innovative, high-performance buildings constructed with sustainability in mind.

this photo shows Tim Profeta speaking to Congress about reducing carbon emissions in the U.S.

Reducing Carbon Emissions: Duke Professor Recommends Strategy to Break Political Stalemate

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December 13, 2019

Tim Profeta suggested a federal/state partnership approach to reducing carbon emissions, with individual states developing their own solutions to climate change.

this photo illustrates the global movement of youths fighting climate change

The Pivotal Role of Youth Fighting Climate Change

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December 10, 2019

Impacted by how unjust laws perpetuate the injustices of climate change, Generation Z and Millennials are taking matters into their own hands to shift the power back to the people.