Summer Sustainability Interns Hard at Work
Our interns have been busy this summer. Keep reading to learn more about what they've been up to.
Our interns have been busy this summer. Keep reading to learn more about what they've been up to.
This year, Green Athletics planned and executed several exciting projects, including an environmental literacy survey, a plant-based snack series, two Soles 4 Souls drives, a sustainable menstrual hygiene education series, and two divert-and-donate move out events.
In June, UVA began its inaugural Summer Decarbonization Academy with 13 students who dove into projects addressing several aspects of decarbonization at the university.
UVA Sawmilling works with Facilities Management and other UVA entities to repurpose the larger and unique trees that must be taken down into lumber, furniture and wood for student projects.
Researchers surveyed surgeons on operating room waste and found that a majority acknowledged contributing to waste and were willing to adjust their workflow to reduce waste.
A partnership between UVA and Dominion Energy results in green energy for all electricity consumption at the Darden School of Business.
As the University works towards ambitious sustainability goals, Palmer Park provides a strong example of opportunities at the intersection of athletics, sustainability and fan engagement.
Olivia Regehr has interned with UVA's Green Labs program since August 2021; her main project is promoting the Shut the Sash Challenge, the International Freezer Challenge and Green Lab Certification.
From student-taught courses to cutting-edge research and clubs, the School of Engineering and Applied Science at UVA has approached the challenge of integrating sustainability and technology in numerous ways.
The Jefferson School African American Heritage Center in Charlottesville along with multiple partners at UVA is hosting an interdisciplinary art exhibit to focus attention on the impact of climate change on marginalized communities. Exhibit ends May 28.