Swarthmore Well-Represented at Paris Climate Talks
December 2nd, 2015
A delegation of faculty and students, including Stephen O'Hanlon '17, are serving as official NGO observers.
Giving Thanks
November 25th, 2015
Thanksgiving at Swarthmore takes many forms, but the common thread is community.
The Greenprint
November 11th, 2015
The College’s new sustainability framework charts a path for climate protection and the responsible stewardship of resources.
Aurora Winslade Joins Swarthmore as New Sustainability Director
November 3rd, 2015
Winslade will work closely with an array of campus constituencies to ensure the College’s sustainability programs reflect its Quaker roots and the long tradition of honoring the natural environment.
UN Climate Chief Christiana Figueres '79 Fights to Reduce Global Emissions
August 19th, 2015
"We see that nations are interlinked, inextricably, and that what one does has an impact on the others," says Figueres in advance of a historic climate conference in Paris. "And I think this agreement in Paris is going to be the first time that nations come together in that realization."
Taking Charge
July 15th, 2015
A new electric charging station and solar panels installed by engineering students Tony Lee '15 and Erik Jensen '15 (left) are fueling sustainability at Swarthmore.
Trash 2 Treasure Sale Benefits the United Way
June 15th, 2015
The College presented a check for $20,000 to the organization last year and expects to top that figure with the proceeds from this past weekend's event.
Sustainability Charrette Spurs Discussion, Debate
March 25th, 2015
As attention increases around the world, and at Swarthmore, for divestment from fossil fuels, last month's event generated proposals in six critical areas for the College community's consideration and action.
College Community Meets to Define Vision for Socially Just, Sustainable Campus
February 26th, 2015
“I was thrilled to see the close collaboration between our community and the invited experts," says Director of Sustainability Laura Cacho of the unprecedented event.
Men's Basketball Captain Karl Barkley '15 Nominated for Good Works Team
January 5th, 2015
Barkley, who has pioneered various sustainability efforts on campus, is among 251 student-athletes who have been nominated for the prestigious community service award.
Board of Managers Commits $12 Million to Ensure Highest Ever Standard of Sustainable Campus Construction
December 6th, 2014
The sum will ensure the new Biology, Engineering, Psychology building serves as a model for environmentally intelligent construction practices.
Swarthmore Delegation Heads to International Climate Change Conference
December 5th, 2014
The delegation of students, faculty, and staff, including Professor Giovanna Di Chiro, will visit Lima, Peru, to strengthen the College's role in the international climate movement.
Matchbox Opens, Affirms College’s Commitment to Sustainability
November 3rd, 2014
Key to the development of the 21,000-square-foot space were materials from the former squash courts, 100 years of stone found in the woods, and glass donated by an alumnus.
UN Climate Chief Christiana Figueres ’79 Leads Global Fight to Cut Carbon Emissions
September 22nd, 2014
“No one has done more to advance climate policy than Christiana Figueres, period,” says Paul Steinberg, a scholar of environmental leadership at Harvey Mudd College in Claremont, Calif.
