- Landscapes of the mind, earth
[Ohio University Outlook, 7/7/09]
- Voinovich School project blows away attendees at world’s largest wind energy conference
[Voinovich School , 5/4/09]
- Innovation Center continues to make strong impact on local economy
[Ohio Research Communications, 6/26/09]
- Four public universities propose energy, environment focus
[Columbus Dispatch, 6/20/09]
- Environmental visionary: MSES Leadership Option pays tribute to late professor
[Ohio University Outlook, 6/5/09]
- Composting on Campus
[University Business, June 2009]
- A commitment to building efficiency
[Ohio University Outlook, 5/28/09]
- Dot Earth Blog: Environmental Communication in 2015
[New York Times, 5/27/09]
- Trick or Treat: Art prompts questions about society's love affair with technology
[Perspectives, Spring/Summer 2009]
- Poisons on our plates
[Perspectives, Spring/Summer 2009]
- People power: pedal vehicle helps African farmers transport goods
[Perspectives, Spring/Summer 2009]
- A history of coal mining, through dance
[Ohio University Outlook, 5/8/09]
- Market offers freebies as alternative to world of cash transactions
[Athens News, 5/4/09]
- OU students, staff tour the World of Waste in Earth Month celebrations
[Spring 2009 'Environmental & Science Journalism' Class Blog, 5/4/09]
- One Earth, one town and one man: Life on the big blue marble
[Athens News, 4/20/09]
- HTC senior delves into mining culture with choreographed dance production
[The Post, 4/15/09]
- Green with Envy: Women's rights, education vital for population control
[The Post, 4/15/09]
- OHIO expert joins Pell Lecture Series
[Ohio University Outlook, 4/13/09]
- College bike-share programs rolling along
[The Columbus Dispatch, 4/11/09]
- Sustainability and that hip-hop beat
[Athens News, 4/9/09]
- Try cramming for this final exam: Saving the planet
[Athens News, 4/9/09]
- Green with Envy: Reducing waste lowers need for reusing, recycling later
[The Post, 4/6/09]
- Local co-op launches program to provide shared two-wheeled transportation
[Athens News, 4/6/09]
- University hosts 'green' hip-hop expo
[Ohio University Outlook, 4/6/09]
- University Clean Energy Alliance of Ohio holds annual energy conference
[Ohio University Outlook, 4/2/09]
- Plastic bags face competition as reusable bags pick up popularity
[The Post, 4/2/09]
- Cycle Maniac: The ups, downs, ins and outs of bike culture in Athens
[The Post, 4/2/09]
- Carbon offsets: An investment or excuse? (Video)
[Ohio University Outlook, 4/1/09]
- RecycleMania ignites regional green streak
[Ohio University Outlook, 3/31/09]
- 'Not Your Mama's Environmental Movement': Earth Month offers diverse perspectives on sustainability
[Ohio University Outlook, 3/30/09]
- Proposed eco-friendly web domain untrustworthy
[The Post, 3/30/09]
- OHIO goes dark to highlight climate change
[Ohio University Outlook, 3/26/09]
- Planting the seeds for change
[Ohio University Outlook, 3/17/09]
- Southern's horse park earns therapeutic riding accreditation
[Ohio University Outlook, 3/12/09]
- Climbing literal and figurative mountains
[Ohio University Outlook, 3/12/09]
- Top climate scientist warns global warming well on its way
[Athens News, 3/12/09]
- Res Challenge reaps energy + cost savings
[Ohio University Outlook, 3/11/09]
- Green with Envy: Small additions to power plants not 'advanced energy'
[The Post, 3/9/09]
- OU rolls out 100 percent recycled one-ply toilet paper
[The Post, 3/4/09]
- Plan an event for Earth Month in April
[Ohio University Outlook, 3/5/09]
- Students gather on national stage to fight for clean energy
[Ohio University Outlook, 3/5/09]
- Switch to recycled TP (and PT) pays off
[Ohio University Outlook, 3/4/09]
- Noted scientist’s work, lecture sound glaciers’ warning
[Ohio University Outlook, 3/2/09]
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Applications are now being accepted for student members of the newly formed President's Advisory Council on Sustainability Planning.
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Green Network members and Custodial Services volunteers are watching and waiting to see if YOU may be caught "green handed!"
Click the link below to discover the identities of our "green champions" and solar prize candidates.
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The Office of Sustainability and Ohio University Outlook teamed up for a month-long series of debates focusing on issues pertinent to the modern environmental movement.
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Planet OHIO is Ohio University's web-based clearinghouse for information related to campus and community sustainability. Learn more about the people, projects and organizations that are targeting our triple bottom line: economic justice, social justice and environmental justice. That's what sustainability is all about!
To view the Spring Quarter 2009 newsletter of Planet OHIO, click here.
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 The Green House Project, developed and supported by the Office of Sustainability and the Corporation for Ohio Appalachian Development, seeks to improve the efficiency of off-campus student rental units in the city of Athens while ensuring the health and safety of occupants.
The Green House Project is currently accepting applications! For more information about the application process, please click here.
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The Ecohouse is available for tours throughout the year. To schedule a tour, email marcuss@ohio.edu.
The Ecohouse Digest Subscribe to Ohio University's weekly e-newsletter on green living and sustainability in Southeast Ohio!
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Ohio University recently approved a campus sustainability plan that addresses measures outlined in Ohio House Bill 251, the Vision OHIO Plan, and the Presidents Climate Commitment.
-Campus Sustainability Plan Proposal
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-HB 251 15-year Implementation Plan (PDF)
-HB 251 Guidelines (PDF)
-Presentation on HB 251 Implementation Plan (PowerPoint)
Ohio University Outlook article on the campus sustainability planning process.
For further information, please contact Sonia Marcus, campus Sustainability Coordinator, at marcuss@ohio.edu.
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On March 15th 2007, President Roderick McDavis signed the American College and University Presidents Climate Commitment, pledging Ohio University to climate neutrality.
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The Green Network is a coalition of Ohio University students, faculty and staff who are dedicated to advancing campus sustainability initiatives. Our mission is to find ways that we as a campus community can foster environmental stewardship and resource conservation. The Green Network will be meeting on a periodic basis throughout the year. Please contact marcuss@ohio.edu for details.
Regional Campus Groups
 The Green Bobcats are Ohio University-Zanesville's Environmental Club, founded in 2007. The Green Bobcats strive to "bring together faculty, staff and students interested in protecting our environment through education, conservation, and community service."
If you are interested, please contact the Green Bobcats.
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