The Office for Sustainability will host two events for Campus Sustainability Day. This year the theme is “Empowering Change on Campus and in the Community.” The Office for Sustainability will host a workshop on how to apply for a Green Revolving Fund and host a screening of a TED Talk called “Why Not Eat Insects?” both on October 22, 2014.
The TED Talk is a fun way to highlight the growing needs of a global population. The World Health Organization suggests insects are a source of nutrition and protein with a low environmental impact. The Office for Sustainability will provide an assortment of food-grade, cricket-based foods for sampling. Space is also limited for this viewing, so please register today. The event will be held in the Arkansas Union 510-511 from 12:00 – 1:00 on October 22, 2014.
The Green Revolving Fund pays for energy efficiency projects that have a positive return on investment. Theresa Ehrlich, co-chair of the Sustainability Council’s managed systems workgroup, will provide a step-by-step presentation on how to apply for funding and implement projects through the green revolving fund. The workshop will last approximately 1-hour. Register now as space is limited. The event will be held in the Arkansas Union 510-511 from 1:00-2:00 on October 22, 2014.
Staff for the Sustainability Academic Programs will also be available to answer any questions during these events for students who might be interested in the Sustainability Minor or Graduate Certificate in Sustainability.
Campus Sustainability Day is part of a national effort in Higher Education institutions to highlight the successes, challenges and innovations of sustainability in higher education. The Office for Sustainability has participated in CSD for the last three years.
These events are free to attend, but due to limited space, registration is required. Register to attend either or both of these events here.
