SOU Sustainable Stories and Events
2023 Energy Efficiency
In the financial year 2023, the average electrical energy efficiency across campus buildings showed a notable improvement.
Student Engagement in Sustainability in Norway
Winter 2024 Newsletter
Stay up to date on all Sustainability at SOU news! Here is an overview of everything happening around the campus, and how to get involved for Winter 2024.
SOU Institute for Applied Sustainability celebrates with Innovation Fund kickoff
Rogue Earth Day 2024
On Friday April 19th, 2024 from 3:30 - 7 pm, at The Farm at SOU, join Southern Oregon University and community partners for exhibits, live performances, an electric vehicle showcase, bike rodeo, art, food trucks, and more, all in celebration of Earth Day!
Student Orientation
Find out more about what is happening at SOU on Sustainability and how to get involved with this handy guide.
Building a Sustainable Legacy with the Creation of the SOU Sustainability Archive
Institute fellows Jessica Piekielek and Christopher Lucas have initiated an ambitious project to establish a Sustainability Archive at Southern Oregon University (SOU). This project aims to curate a diverse collection of print materials, oral histories, and rich media, providing a comprehensive insight into SOU’s commitment to sustainability.
Global Innovation Scholars Program
Global Innovation Scholars (GIS) is a groundbreaking international collaboration that unites Southern Oregon University and global partners in higher education. In 2023, the project supported community centered innovations in sustainability alongside the Universidad de Guanajuato.
Sustainable Tourism Training: A Collaborative Effort for a Greener Future
Institute fellow, Dr. Pavlina McGrady, in collaboration with Dr. Ladan Ghaharamani from Travel Oregon, spearheaded two impactful training sessions as part of the Sustainable Tourism Professional Training Program.
Students Research Environmental Justice
In a SOU Sociology and Anthropology course this fall, students researched environmental justice issues in Oregon. Read more here.
SOU Implements Energy STAR Portfolio Manager to Help Improve Energy Efficiency
Energy STAR portfolio manager is a great tool for the University to help track energy efficiency across each of its buildings and help identity improvements. Read more about it here.
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