Office of Sustainability
What is Sustainability?
Sustainability is the ability to provide for current human population growth, development, and living needs without destroying or depleting our limited resources, the environment, or other requirements for future populations to exist at the same or better standards. A transition to sustainable standards of food and energy production, among other things, is necessary for our Earth to remain suitable for future generations of life.
Upcoming Events
An evening centered around sustainable development by bringing stewards together and creating an opportunity for Bobcats to network and learn more about sustainability.
Wednesday October 6th from 4-7pm in George's, bottom floor of LBJSC.
News
Meet the Team - EHSR&EM
Sep 3, 2021
Sep 3, 2021
From environmental health, fire and life safety, to hazardous waste management the Texas State Environmental, Health, Safety, Risk and Emergency Management team does it all.
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Celebrating 4th of July, Sustainably
Jul 2, 2021
Jul 2, 2021
TXST Office of Sustainability has some sparkly ways to
celebrate July 4th free from litter and pollution. Check out these great ways to make your red, white & blue celebration green.
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celebrate July 4th free from litter and pollution. Check out these great ways to make your red, white & blue celebration green.
Keep Cool & Stay Green with the Office of Sustainability
Jun 24, 2021
From smart thermostats to jumping into the San Marcos River, the TXST Office of Sustainability gives the GREEN light to these great ways to stay cool while conserving energy.
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Jun 24, 2021
From smart thermostats to jumping into the San Marcos River, the TXST Office of Sustainability gives the GREEN light to these great ways to stay cool while conserving energy.
Native vs. Invasive Plant: Special Earth Day Virtual Workshop
Apr 22, 2021
Apr 22, 2021
We are often stunned by their beauty, but do we ever stop to think about how important they are to our environment? Native plants adorn our campus and they are so much more than beautiful.
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Let's Talk Trash: Some New Ways to Avoid the Landfill
Apr 5, 2021
Apr 5, 2021
We'll put all your recycling questions and apprehensions to rest in this workshop that focuses on waste management. Every day we discover new ways to decrease our footprint.
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Rainwater Collection & Water Management Spring Workshop
Mar 2, 2021
Mar 2, 2021
It's our most precious resource and we can't take it for granted. Scroll through our newest sustainability workshop to find out the role you can play in water conservation.
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Spring Sustainability Workshops: Zero Waste
Jan 28, 2021
Jan 28, 2021
Tackle some bigger, bolder lifestyle changes in 2021 with the Office of Sustainability's tips and ideas.
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Sustainable Holidays & a Green New Year
Dec 14, 2020
Dec 14, 2020
Click through our final Making Green the New Maroon Workshop of 2020 for some tips and tricks for a very merry and green holiday season!
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Introducing the Sustainable Salamander
Nov 23, 2020
Nov 23, 2020
Find some of the latest ideas for going green from experts at TXST and our local community in our new blog.
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OoS Announces Fall 2020 Virtual Workshops
Oct 27, 2020
Oct 27, 2020
Making Green the New Maroon is not just a saying, it's a call to action to all our Bobcat Community. Let's get started with our first workshop: The Little Things!
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Earth Day is April 22: Staying Home, Staying Green
Apr 15, 2020
Apr 15, 2020
Let's come together in a common cause even as we social distance. Celebrate sustainability and be inspired to stay the green course this Earth Day 2020.
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