Sustainable Buffs

  • people decorating holiday cookies
    The holidays can be a time of celebration and connection with friends and family, often with the tradition of exchanging gifts. Here are a few things to consider for a more affordable and sustainable holiday season.
  • Vegan and vegetarian food labels in a dining center on campus
    Learn about the many on-campus dining options that make it easy to include more plant-based items in your diet.
  • Students loading an RTD bus
    You can make sustainable choices this fall break that will help you save money, protect the environment and live with intention. Review these tips from the Environmental Center.
  • person holding a small LED lighbulb
    Winter is coming, and now is a great time to prepare for the cold weather. Whether you live on or off campus, here are a few tips to save money and energy this winter.
  • Students look at pumpkins on campus
    With some planning and intention, you can make choices that protect our environment and save you money this Halloween. Get tips from the Environmental Center.
  • Gratitude Fair
    At CU Boulder, sustainability isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a way of life. Our campus is a global leader in sustainability as a result of the rich history of student-led sustainability efforts, starting with the founding of the Environmental Center in 1970. Here are three things you can do to be more sustainable this semester.
  • CU Buff Bus
    Sustainable habits benefit the planet, but many also offer excellent ways to save money. Here are small actions that can make a big difference.
  • Person pulled over on side of a mountain road with a paper map in hand
    You can make sustainable choices this spring break to help you save money, protect the environment and live with intention. Learn more.
  • Person sitting on steps outside holding a phone
    With a challenge running through Dec. 1, the AWorld app allows students, faculty and staff to weave sustainability into their everyday lives and track their impact.
  • Volunteers helping students move out of residence halls.
    Each year, move-out produces tons of unwanted items headed for the landfill as students pack up to return home for the summer. CU Boulder implemented a solution to reduce waste and promote sustainability and generosity. Instead of trashing items, students participated in the Give & Go Donation Drive.
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