On Campus ·
Blooms Beneath the Stars: Community Members Explore AU’s Arboretum
More than 100 neighbors and local green thumbs explored the sights and (floral) scents of campus during a moonlight tour of AU’s Arboretum and Gardens.
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Environment ·
AU’s Latest Winter Energy Curtailment Efforts Result in Significant Energy and Cost Savings
AU reduced its emissions by 222 metric tons during the December 2022 winter break closure. It also resulted in an $77,318 reduction in energy costs for the university.
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Environment ·
DC Competition Rewards Sustainable Commuting
Lace up your sneakers and log your trip to work—even if it’s a home office—for a chance to win Nationals tickets, gift cards, and more.
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Environment ·
A Bountiful Future: AU Student Crafting Sustainable Food Plan for DC Public Schools
Driven by the desire to create equitable food systems for underserved communities, public health major Ekua Hudson, CAS/BA ’24, is teaching herself how to design and build sustainable hydroponic farms to help feed Washingtonians.
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Environment ·
Your Guide To: Composting in Small Spaces 
Megan Litke, AU’s director of sustainability, breaks down how composting even in tiny spaces can have a big impact on our plants and our planet.
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Environment ·
Campus Race to Zero Waste Tips Off Wednesday, Feb. 1 at Annual Men’s Basketball Game
Part of an eight-week national competition to reduce waste produced on campus
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Education ·
Green Office Program Revamped
How environmentally friendly is your AU or home office? Help expand the sustainability practices in your workplace by participating in the Green Office Program.
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On Campus ·
New Plan to Grow Airlie Is Built on Property’s History of Changemaking
As AU enters its sixth year of stewardship, university leaders have outlined an 18-month vision for Airlie, which lays the foundation for growth and sustainability into the future.
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Announcement ·
American University Introduces Reusable To-Go Containers in Campus Dining
Grant from D.C. area partners supports campus efforts to reduce waste
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Achievements ·
Keeping Compost Clean
AU Compost Crew designs innovative lids for bins in bid for Zero Waste.
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