Photographs

Introduction

AASHE’s photo library showcases high-resolution photographs that depict one or more aspects of sustainability on campus.

At a Glance

1196
Total Resources
397
Organizations
25
Countries
43
U.S. States & Territories
10
Canadian Provinces

Bars in graphs can be clicked to view resources that align with a particular category. Because a resource may be listed under multiple topics and disciplines, graph data may include higher total counts than what is indicated in total resources above.

1196 resources

Earth Source Heat (ESH) is Cornell's version of a deep geothermal system

  • Cornell University (NY)

Cornell constructed a 10,000-foot deep observatory borehole, the Cornell University Borehole Observatory (CUBO). CUBO will enable researchers to study how much heat can be produced by geothermal energy.


Research and teaching areas

  • Université de Sherbrooke (QC)

In addition to the largest solar park dedicated to applied research in Canada, the Université de Sherbrooke owns the Johnville Bog and Forest Park, a 225 hectares research and teaching …


Photovoltaic panel

  • Université de Sherbrooke (QC)

With a capacity of 1 MW, the solar park of the Université de Sherbrooke is the largest dedicated to applied research in Canada. Photovoltaic panels are located in various places …


Solar Park

  • Université de Sherbrooke (QC)

With a capacity of 1 MW, the solar park of the Université de Sherbrooke is the largest dedicated to applied research in Canada. Photovoltaic panels are located in various places …


Hope Forward - A pay-it-forward model for tuition - Hope College

  • Hope College (MI)

A pay-it-forward model for tuition - Hope Forward is a tuition model at Hope College where students fund their education through gifts after graduation rather than paying for college through …


Acadia Receives Organic Campus Designation

  • Acadia University (NS)

Acadia University receives its Organic Campus Certificate from the Canada Organic Trade Association making it the first university in Canada to earn the national designation.


Brandeis Year of Climate Action infographic

  • Brandeis University (MA)

Infographic with details about Brandeis' Year of Climate Action


Hope College Photos for 2023 SCI recognition, “Top Performer, Research”

  • Hope College (MI)

Hope College in Holland, Michigan, provides numerous opportunities for students to participate in faculty-mentored, collaborative research focused on sustainability throughout their time at the college. In the year-long, “Day1: Watershed” …


Constructed Wetland

  • Binghamton University (NY)

Constructed wetland at Binghamton University that treats about 2/3 of surface runoff from campus before it enters the Susquehanna River.


SCI 2023 Major Investments in Sustainability Research

  • Concordia University (QC)

To accompany text for Concordia University's Major Investment in Sustainability Research to be featured in the SCI 2023.


Growing Together Iowa volunteer harvests produce to donate to local food pantry

  • Iowa State University (IA)

Growing Together Iowa volunteer harvests produce to donate to local food pantry


Teddy Toro (CSUDH)- Finance and Investment

  • California State University, Dominguez Hills (CA)

SCI 2023 photo, Top Performer, Investment & Finance


Humber College SCI 2023 Photos - Water Category

  • Humber College (ON)

Photo submission for Humber College's Top Performance on 2023 SCI Water Category.


Humber College SCI 2023 Photos - Grounds Category

  • Humber College (ON)

Photo submission for Humber College's Top Performance in the 2023 SCI Grounds category.


Humber College SCI 2023 Photos - Coordination and Planning Category

  • Humber College (ON)

Photo submission for Humber College's Top Performance recognition at 2023 SCI Coordination and Planning Category.


Humber College SCI 2023 Photos - Waste Category

  • Humber College (ON)

The photos being submitted relate to Humber College's recognition as a Top Performer in the 2023 SCI Waste category.


Taking Stormwater Seriously at the University of Vermont

  • University of Vermont (VT)

The soils on UVM's campus are glacial till on bedrock, limiting infiltration of runoff. UVM’s diverse stormwater systems slow and filter runoff rather than letting it run directly into Burlington’s …


Affordable Housing Photo from Colorado State University for 2023 SCI

  • Colorado State University (CO)

Artist rendering of Rendezvous Trail Apartments, an affordable housing project in Fort Collins, Colorado.


Colorado State University Photos for 2023 SCI

  • Colorado State University (CO)

Academic, engagement, and research photos submitted for use in the 2023 SCI.


Ball State University students and faculty incorporate passive house principles into a design-build of low-income housing which won the DOE Solar Decathlon

  • Ball State University (IN)

Ball State University students and faculty incorporate passive house principles into a design-build of low-income housing which won the 2023 DOE Solar Decathlon


Ball State University students incorporate passive house principles into a design-build of low-income housing which won the DOE Solar Decathlon

  • Ball State University (IN)

Ball State University students incorporate passive house principles into a design-build of low-income housing which won the 2023 DOE Solar Decathlon


Marquette's Water Quality Lab

  • Marquette University (WI)

Dr. Brooke K. Mayer, P.E. and student working in Marquette's Water Quality Lab


Bennington College Commons Building

  • Bennington College (VT)

This holistic remaking of the historic and beloved center of campus community life combines dining, social, and academic areas within a collection of dynamic spaces. The building is animated by …


Bennington College Commons Building

  • Bennington College (VT)

This holistic remaking of the historic and beloved center of campus community life combines dining, social, and academic areas within a collection of dynamic spaces. The building is animated by …


Bennington College Commons

  • Bennington College (VT)

This holistic remaking of the historic and beloved center of campus community life combines dining, social, and academic areas within a collection of dynamic spaces. The building is animated by …


Student-Designed and Built Rain Garden

  • North Carolina State University (NC)

The rain garden outside of Lee Residence Hall at NC State University was designed and built by students in the landscape architecture graduate program. This Design-Build course has a long …


Coordination & Planning at Oregon State U

  • Oregon State University (OR)

Coordination & Planning Oregon State University student working outside in the Memorial Union Quad


University of Manitoba campus

  • University of Manitoba (MB)

Top Performer, Water University of Manitoba campus


Sustainable Dining

  • Denison University (OH)
  • Bon Appétit Management Company

Resuable containers for meals to-go at Slayter Market. Championed by Denison Green Team and supported by Bon Appetit.


Sustainability & Wellness

  • Denison University (OH)
  • Bon Appétit Management Company

Weekly tabling showcasing health, wellness, and sustainability.


"One Sheet-One Leaf" project

  • Western Caspian University (Bakı)

Western Caspian University teachers and students organised a three-day training event within the framework of the "One Sheet-One Leaf" project, which won the "Make the Idea 2022" Grant Contest.


Solar Panels at The Catholic University of America

  • The Catholic University of America (DC)

Solar Panels at The Catholic University of America.


RVCC's new greenhouse

  • Raritan Valley Community College (NJ)

Donors to the RVCC Foundation funded the construction of a new campus greenhouse, which is devoted to student education. Environmental Science students, Environmental Club members, and Center for Environmental Studies …


Environmental Science major learns horticulture first-hand

  • Raritan Valley Community College (NJ)

One of RVCC's Center for Environmental Studies interns growing native plants in the original campus greenhouse.


A campus where it's good to be

  • Université Laval (QC)

Social cohesion is important for sustainable development. Every year, the University organizes activities at the start of the academic year to encourage people to take ownership of the campus and …


Forestery living lab

  • Université Laval (QC)

Every year, Université Laval's Faculty of Forestry organizes research and teaching activities in its scientific forest, Forêt Montmorency. This is an opportunity for students to apply their learning and contribute …


Outside yoga activities

  • Université Laval (QC)

In the wake of the pandemic, Université Laval set up a number of outdoor initiatives to encourage the community to take ownership of their campus. Depending of the season, different …


Sustainable mobility

  • Université Laval (QC)

A student riding a bicycle on campus.


Colgate Student Sustainability Consortium Fall 2022 Summit

  • Colgate University (NY)

Gathering of student sustainability leaders to coordinate and plan for ways to advance the practice of sustainability on Colgate University's campus.


Sustainability Tour of the Yale Farm

  • Yale University (CT)

As part of Celebrate Sustainability Week at Yale in October 2022, the Yale Office of Sustainability, in partnership with the Office of International Students & Scholars, organized a “Lunch and …


The American University of Sharjah Sustainability Team

  • American University of Sharjah

left to right Julia Carlow- Acting Head of AUS Sustainability Sahar Ibrahim- Sustainability Coordinator Nathalie Curabba- Sustainability Coordinator Rose Armour- Head of AUS Sustainability- Seconded to the Climate Envoy


Hopkins Office of Sustainability Retreating Into Nature

  • Johns Hopkins University (MD)

The Johns Hopkins Office of Sustainability staff held their staff retreat at a local arboretum reflecting on the past year, setting team and individual goals for the next 5 years, …


End of Year Celebration at the garden

  • University of Southern California (CA)

Student interns and Office of Sustainability staff members celebrate the end of the school year at the USC Peace Garden.


How to be a Sustainable Trojan presentation

  • University of Southern California (CA)

Office of Sustainability staff member presents on How to be a Sustainable Trojan to fellow staff members at an Earth Month 2023 event.


USC Office of Sustainability tabling at Earth Month 2023 Festival

  • University of Southern California (CA)

Staff members from the USC Office of Sustainability tabling at the Earth Month 2023 festival on campus.


USC Spring 2023 Sustainability Town Hall

  • University of Southern California (CA)

Students, faculty, and staff gather to hear updates.


Fahy Commons for Public Engagement and Innovation Open House

  • Muhlenberg College (PA)

On January 31st, the campus community filled the halls of the new Fahy Commons, visiting the academic and program spaces getting an up-close look at its remarkable sustainability features. Sustainability …


Endicott College Sustainability Office 2022-2023

  • Endicott College (MA)

Endicott College full-time Director and Coordinator (far right, far left respectively) with 2022-2023 student staff.


CSUCI Sustainability Staff Tabling for Clean Air Day Tree Planting

  • California State University, Channel Islands (CA)

CSU Channel Islands sustainability staff welcome guests to the tree planting event at the university's Clean Air Day celebration. Featuring Roxane Beigel-Coryell, sustainability & energy director, and Rhianna Torres, sustainability …


Sustainability Week at USFQ

  • Universidad San Francisco de Quito - USFQ (Pichincha)

In honor of Earth Day, Universidad San Francisco de Quito (USFQ) hosted the first Sustainability Week from April 17 to 21, with various activities carried out for the institution and …