Sustainable Buffs

  • Students participate in the Campus Sustainability Summit
    For 33 years, the Campus Sustainability Summit has brought together students, faculty and staff who care about making a difference. This year’s summit takes place on April 15th in the University Memorial Center (UMC) and offers a full day of learning, connection and action around sustainability at CU Boulder.
  • A sunrise over a dry, cracked landscape
    Climate anxiety (sometimes called eco‑anxiety) describes emotional distress related to climate change and its impacts. These feelings often come from uncertainty about the future, concerns about safety or well‑being and a sense of limited control over large, ongoing issues. Learning ways to cope can help you process these feelings, avoid burnout and stay connected to everyday life—while still caring about the future. Here are some strategies to try.
  • An off-campus move out donation station
    Whether you’re moving out of a residence hall or your place off campus, figuring out what to keep, donate or toss doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Here’s a guide to your main options and how to make the most of them.
  • Plant-based meals from the dining center
    Are you curious about incorporating more plant-based meals and snacks into your diet? Fortunately for Buffs, CU Boulder was named No. 1 for plant-based dining and sustainability this year with more than 50% plant-based menu offerings. Check out these tips and ideas to try more plant-based options at campus dining centers.
  • An image of light bulbs on a mound of dirt
    Looking for simple ways to help the environment and save money while you’re at CU Boulder? Energy conservation is a great place to start. Making a few easy changes in your daily routine can help you support sustainability on campus and beyond. Here are a few practical tips to try this semester.
  • Students biking around campus
    Biking is one of the most popular ways to navigate campus and Boulder. Here are some tips to help you maintain and protect your bike for a convenient and sustainable way to get around.
  • move-in
    With many students planning to leave campus and Boulder at the end of the semester, here are some tips and general reminders.
  • Someone grocery shopping
    Sustainability starts with making the most of what you already have. When you do need to buy something, there are ways to make choices that are better for the planet.
  • Campus Dining
    Looking to be more sustainable this year? Join the Sustainable Buffs Community to get tips and connect with like-minded students. Here are some ways to get started and opportunities to get involved.
  • bikes in the snow
    Biking to campus is a great way to stay active and be eco-friendly, even in winter. Get tips for biking this season.
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