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Sustainable Engineering (MS)
- University of Pittsburgh (PA)
Sustainability is integrated throughout our engineering curriculum especially at the undergraduate level, and this new master’s program complements and builds upon this foundation. Industry, government, non-profits, and the military today …
- Posted Oct. 23, 2018
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Sustainability Certificate
- University of Pittsburgh (PA)
The aim of the Undergraduate Certificate in Sustainability is to provide undergraduates the opportunity to enhance their education by including sustainability in their course of study. This new certificate program …
- Posted Oct. 23, 2018
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Urban Studies (BA)
- University of Pittsburgh (PA)
In such a rapidly changing world, Pitt's Urban Studies major enables students to explore the fascinating complexities of urban environments, in the U.S. and internationally, to understand the complex problems …
- Posted Oct. 23, 2018
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Environmental Engineering (BS)
- University of Pittsburgh (PA)
The environmental engineering major leading to the Bachelor of Science in Engineering will prepare graduates to apply knowledge of mathematics through differential equations, probability and statistics, calculus-based physics, chemistry (including …
- Posted Oct. 23, 2018
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Environmental Studies (BA)
- University of Pittsburgh (PA)
Founded in 1996, the Environmental Studies (ES) Program has become one of the most successful interdisciplinary majors at the University of Pittsburgh. Students may take classes in six different schools …
- Posted Oct. 23, 2018
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Environmental Science (BS)
- University of Pittsburgh (PA)
Environmental science is a multidisciplinary field that focuses on documenting the impacts that people have on our environment, on reducing the harmful effects of these impacts, and on restoring aspects …
- Posted Oct. 23, 2018
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University of Pittsburgh BYO[Bag] Program
- University of Pittsburgh (PA)
The University of Pittsburgh BYO[Bag] (Bring Your Own Bag) program launched through Pitt Housing & Dining in 2014 after more than five years of student initiatives to reduce plastic bag …
- Posted July 30, 2018
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Reduce Food Waste and Food Insecurity with Campus Food Pantries
- University of Pittsburgh (PA)
- University of Arizona (AZ)
The University of Arizona and the University of Pittsburgh recognized the prevalence of food insecurity in their communities causing both to form food pantries to provide direct assistance to food …
- Posted Nov. 18, 2016
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Thrift Stores, FreeStores, and Reuse Spaces
- Coastal Carolina University (SC)
- Portland State University (OR)
- University of Pittsburgh (PA)
This panel will discuss the outcomes from Thrift Stores, Free Stores and Reuse Spaces across different campuses. Hear how these second-hand experiences have become a model for showcasing the three …
- Posted Nov. 18, 2016
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The University of Thriftsburgh: We Work With More Than Just Ugly Sweaters
- University of Pittsburgh (PA)
The University of Thriftsburgh, a non-profit, student-run thrift store, opened on the University of Pittsburgh's campus on March 18, 2015. The store was the result of year and a half …
- Posted Nov. 18, 2016
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Integrating Sustainability into Greek Life: Empowering Students and Creating a Sustainable Campus Culture
- University of Pittsburgh (PA)
For hundreds of years Greek organizations across the country have instilled in students the distinct values of tradition, scholarship and positive social influence through leadership. Due to the high diversity …
- Posted Feb. 26, 2016
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A Model for Implementing a Successful Sustainability Strategy
- University of Pittsburgh (PA)
Sun Tzu said, "Strategy without tactics is the slowest route to victory. Tactics without strategy is the noise before defeat." This is true today. Implementation of a successful sustainability program …
- Posted Feb. 26, 2016
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The Values-Based Revolution
- University of Pittsburgh (PA)
The Values-Based Revolution
This presentation could have been titled From Green to Gold to Platinum, as the 2008 book written by David C. Etsy and Andrew S. Winston titled Green …
- Posted Feb. 26, 2016
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Green Funds: Expanding the Students' Role in Shaping More Sustainable Universities
- University of Pittsburgh (PA)
Universities must consider all facets of the institution in their quest to promote and incorporate sustainability. Co-curricular programs, such as Green Funds, can complement sustainability education in the academic curriculum …
- Posted Feb. 26, 2016
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Collaboration among higher educational institutions for increased sustainability in Pittsburgh
- University of Pittsburgh (PA)
The City of Pittsburgh has a climate initiative which outlines goals and directions to reduce emissions and increase economic and societal sustainability in the region. Pittsburgh has become one of …
- Posted Feb. 26, 2016
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Field Documentation and Survey of Bamboo Structures
- University of Pittsburgh (PA)
Development of sustainable construction materials is growing, with research and construction being initiated worldwide. Structural applications of indigenous material resources such as bamboo are an integral part of sustainable development. …
- Posted Feb. 26, 2016
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Reaching Sustainable Research Goals through Co-curricular Learning: An Example in Starch-based Plastics
- University of Pittsburgh (PA)
Conventional plastics, derived from petroleum, contribute to the depletion of non-renewable resources and landfill space when recycling or reuse is not viable. Starch, a renewable and abundant polymer, offers an …
- Posted Feb. 26, 2016
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Potential Impact and Uses of Thermoacoustic Refrigeration
- University of Pittsburgh (PA)
Ever since refrigeration has been introduced into modern societies, its use has significantly increased. In fact it is impossible imagine life without refrigeration and air conditioning. Mostly, cooling is achieved …
- Posted Feb. 26, 2016
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PhD in Civil & Environmental Engineering
- University of Pittsburgh (PA)
The Doctor of Philosophy in Civil and Environmental Engineering emphasizes excellence in research and education. PhD candidates publish their thesis work in top civil and environmental engineering journals and present …
- Posted Feb. 25, 2016
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MS in Civil & Environmental Engineering
- University of Pittsburgh (PA)
The Master of Science program in Construction Management and Sustainability helps prepare students to manage the rebuilding of our public infrastructure and the modernization of our private buildings and plants. …
- Posted Feb. 25, 2016
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Higher Education Sustainability in Pittsburgh
- Carnegie Mellon University (PA)
- Chatham University (PA)
- Duquesne University (PA)
- Pennsylvania State University (PA)
- University of Pittsburgh (PA)
- AASHE (MA)
Supported by the Heinz Endowments, this AASHE publication profiles the sustainability innovations of the Pittsburgh institutions that hosted campus tours during the AASHE 2011 conference. Profiled innovations include green building …
- Posted Feb. 24, 2016
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