Watch: Put a Price on It
April 14th, 2017
Swarthmore leads the effort among colleges and universities to support carbon pricing as a matter of policy.
Student-Athletes and Garnet Athletics Celebrate NCAA Division III
April 5th, 2017
This week, the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee is hosting a community BBQ, free youth clinic, and "no waste" games, while also fundraising for the Special Olympics.
President Valerie Smith, Board Chair Tom Spock '78 Highlight Efforts to Confront Climate Change
February 22nd, 2017
In a message to the community, they cite advances in reducing the College's carbon consumption and providing leadership on nationwide efforts to enact carbon pricing.
Elan Silverblatt-Buser '12 Innovates on Sustainable Farm
November 28th, 2016
“We are balancing technology and back-to-the-land practices," says the honors biology graduate. "We are trying to figure out how to approach big problems."
Swarthmore, SEPTA Celebrate Completion of Crum Creek Viaduct
October 25th, 2016
“We worked closely with SEPTA to assure that the project would be successful, with particular sensitivity to the long-term viability of the Crum Woods," says Greg Brown, vice president for finance.
Building Momentum
September 8th, 2016
Several construction and renovation projects are underway, from new labs and classrooms to new ways to enhance our sustainability efforts.
Listen: Swarthmore's New Carbon Charge Paves Way for Sustainability
August 26th, 2016
The charge presents an "educational opportunity," says Director of Sustainability Aurora Winslade because "if we can put a price on carbon - nationally, internationally - it represents one of the main paths forward for rapidly reducing greenhouse gas emissions.”
Watch: Sustainability from Above
August 18th, 2016
Swarthmore's campus is a showcase of modern green roof technology. Here, Lars Rasmussen of the Scott Arboretum gives a tour of the roof on David Kemp Hall.
Swarthmore Implements Carbon Charge for Current Budget Year
August 4th, 2016
The initiative affirms Swarthmore’s leadership in sustainability efforts in higher education and represents a meaningful step forward in achieving carbon neutrality by 2035.
Swarthmore Students Win Innovation Marketplace Challenge
May 13th, 2016
Led by Dakota Pekerti '16, the Swarthmore team bested 20 other schools with a proposal for an electric moped ride-sharing program in Jakarta, Indonesia, aimed at reducing air pollution and traffic.
Growing Awareness: New Course and Campus Garden Draw Attention to Food System
May 4th, 2016
Students in the Our Food course – taught by Visiting Assistant Professor of Biology and Environmental Studies Jennifer Pfluger – were tasked with developing and maintaining a small garden behind Sharples Dining Hall.
Inaugural Summit Showcases College Commitment to Sustainability
April 18th, 2016
"It is clear that the enthusiasm for sustainability continues to grow," says Director of Sustainability Aurora Winslade.
Board Approves 2016-17 Budget, Creates New Carbon Charge
February 22nd, 2016
An internal carbon charge, first proposed by faculty, will provide funds for campus projects to reduce energy use and greenhouse gas emissions.
New Class of Lang Opportunity Scholars Announced
January 19th, 2016
Maria Castañeda Soria '18 is one of four sophomores whose social action projects will help communities from Philadelphia to Mexico.
Board Approves Fossil Fuel Free Fund
December 7th, 2015
"I am delighted that the Board has taken this important step, a step that reflects the College’s strong commitment to sustainability,” says Manager Elizabeth Economy '84.
