Institute for Sustainability 2020

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Institute for Sustainability

Who We Are

Founded in 2008, the Institute for Sustainability works with stakeholders across campus to integrate sustainability into all aspects of the university from operations and infrastructure to outreach, education, and research.  The Institute serves all the colleges of the university, working to increase interdisciplinary and cross-functional communication, education, and research on sustainability.

MLK Day of Service: Get Involved!

Friday, January 31, 2025 - 10:00am to 1:00pm

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service. Volunteer at the CSUN Garden!

Join us to honor Dr. Martin Luther King's legacy through service, volunteerism, and strengthening ties to our community! Together, we will learn about food accessibility and sustainable gardening practices. We'll also get hands-on with some volunteering in the garden! Get involved today!

Wildfire Discussion and Career Fair

Friday, March 7, 2025 - 3:00pm to 6:30pm

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Wildfire Discussion & Career Fair – March 7, 2025

Wildfires are reshaping how we live, work, and prepare for the future. With the recent devastating fires in the LA area, there has never been a greater need to understand how to stay safe, build community resilience, and take meaningful action.

This is your opportunity to join the conversation and explore a career path that makes a difference.

Join us on March 7, 2025, for the Wildfire Discussion and Career Fair, where we’ll dive into the critical issues surrounding wildfires and spotlight career opportunities in this fast-evolving field. Refreshments begin at 2:30 p.m. Get more information about this event!

The Institute Priorities

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Head up the development of sustainability curriculum collaboration with faculty. Assist with the coordination of SUST classes, the minor, and other formal Sustainability curricula.

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Conduct outreach and events including the Footprint and social media; coordinate campus Sustainability Day and Water Day; participate in and support America Recycles Day and Earth Day; and conduct student and staff education through orientations, workshops, and tours.

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Provide opportunities for students to participate in sustainability-related activities in the community through our partners. Conduct outreach and education about energy and water conservation and solar energy in the community.

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Solicit external funds to expand education and outreach efforts and support interdisciplinary sustainability research. Encourage and support innovation and research in climate mitigation, adaptation, and resilience.

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Provide leadership on campus, regionally and nationally in sustainability. Lead climate action and resilience planning and assist in implementation. Actively participate in AASHE, Second Nature and USU sustainability and resilience networks.