News
Coastal wetlands dramatically reduce property losses during hurricanes
August 31, 2017
A new scientific study reports that coastal wetlands significantly reduce annual flood losses and catastrophic damages from storms.
American pika disappears from large area of California’s Sierra Nevada mountains
August 30, 2017
Study documents local extinction of pikas from the largest area yet reported and projects climate change will cause drastic decline for the charismatic mammal within decades
Giving fish a fighting chance
August 29, 2017
Alumnus Brycen Swart identified how warmer river temperatures were hurting Chinook salmon fry—and he earned a medal for conserving them.
USDA awards $2.5 million grant to UC Santa Cruz to expand organic strawberry research
August 28, 2017
UC Santa Cruz researchers who have pioneered alternatives to methyl bromide in commercial strawberry production have received a $2.5 million grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture that will take their work national.
'Sierra' magazine names UC Santa Cruz a ‘Cool School’
August 25, 2017
Coming in at No.23, the ranking underscored UC Santa Cruz’s strong commitment to protecting the environment, addressing climate change, and encouraging sustainability.
Florida flood risk study identifies priorities for property buyouts
August 17, 2017
A study of flood damage in Florida proposes prioritizing property buyouts based on flood risk, ecological value, and socioeconomic conditions.
UC Santa Cruz celebrates 50 years of organic farming
August 3, 2017
The three-day celebration culminated with a joyful dinner presided over by famed chef, restaurateur, and organic food advocate Alice Waters.
Applications open for 2018 apprenticeship, new scholarship support available
July 25, 2017
Applications for the 2018 Apprenticeship in Ecological Horticulture are being accepted through August 15, 2017.
Growing farmers and the food movement for 50 years
July 10, 2017
The experiment in organic gardening that began at UC Santa Cruz in 1967 is now the oldest university-based organic research and education facility in the country.
Knight Foundation funds project on breaking 'filter bubbles' in science journalism
June 22, 2017
The Science Communication Program will explore ways to broaden the reach of science journalism and improve civic discourse on science-related issues.
Farm & Garden’s Market Cart produce stand opens June 20
June 13, 2017
Celebrate the start of summer on Tuesday, June 20, when the Farm & Garden’s Market Cart opens for 2017.
Materials Science and Engineering Initiative focuses on sustainability
June 6, 2017
UC Santa Cruz researchers are developing new materials for a wide range of devices and products, from solar cells to surfboards.
Ronnie Lipschutz appointed to chair in integral ecology and environmental justice
May 30, 2017
Ronnie Lipschutz, professor of politics and provost of Rachel Carson College, was honored as the inaugural holder of the Robert Headley Presidential Chair for Integral Ecology and Environmental Justice.
People of Color Sustainability Collective wins top honors
May 23, 2017
The Best Practice Award is the highest honor in the field of higher education sustainability in the state. It will be presented during the California Higher Education Sustainability Conference June 26–29 at UC Santa Barbara.
Now Hiring: Office Manager/Events Coordinator Staff Position, Deadline 2/5
January 18, 2017
Startup Weekend Santa Cruz: Sustainability & Social Impact
November 17, 2016
Startups!
Carbon Slam Applications Due 4/10
March 21, 2016
Any student, undergraduate or graduate, in the UC system is invited to submit an application to represent their campus in either the Climate Impact or Climate Solutions competitions. Learn more about the categories of competition and entry details, including video submission guidelines.
Provost's Sustainability Internship Applications Due 4/28
April 23, 2015
Apply to the PSI program for a hands-on learning experience with sustainability projects on campus.
The sun rises as one of UC's top energy choices
September 11, 2014
Through two new agreements, UC has committed to the largest purchase of solar power by any university in the country.
UC announces new approaches to combat climate change
September 10, 2014
The University of California announces a series of measures to make UC a national leader in sustainability, efforts that range from proposals to actively use its $91 billion portfolio to invest in climate solutions to a major agreement to boost solar energy use.
Call for Your Waste Reduction Stories!
November 7, 2013
Calling all students, staff, and faculty! Have you done something innovative to reduce waste? Help us tell the whole story about waste reduction at UCSC by telling us your waste reduction story.
Impact Award: Beyond a Personal Commitment
November 7, 2013
Students are encouraged to take the Chancellor's Sustainability Challenge to the next level with the Impact Award, which includes a cash prize of up to $300.
88% of Waste Diverted from Landfill at OPERS Fall Festival
November 7, 2013
88 percent of the total pounds of waste from OPERS Fall Festival was diverted away from the landfill to be recycled or composted.
McHenry Library Goes Solar!
October 6, 2013
The library is UCSC's first on-site renewable power system and it will provide 25% of the annual electrical energy needed for the building. More importantly, it will provide 75-100% of the power needed for the building during peak times of year.
Chancellor's Sustainability Challenge
September 13, 2013
Chancellor Blumenthal is challenging UCSC students, staff, and faculty to reduce their own waste this year, in an effort to get us closer to our Zero Waste by 2020 goal.
New! Campus Sustainability Plan
September 12, 2013
The 2013 - 16 Campus Sustainability Plan, which outlines goals and objectives for making UCSC more sustainable, is complete!
Impact Designs: Engineering and Sustainability through Student Service
August 04, 2013