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Ways you can get involved in sustainability at UFV

UFV employs over 1,500 people. When that many people work together, we can make real progress toward sustainability on our campus and in our communities.

Whether you're new to UFV or to the Office of Sustainability's work, you can download the  Office of Sustainability Intro Guide or explore more possibilities below.

 

Join a campus-wide challenge

From October Ecochallenge (turn down the heat!) to Plastic-free July, join us in taking on sustainable practices.

Learn more about campus-wide challenges
 

March for Sustainability

Attend a March for Sustainability event

Learn more about March for Sustainability
 

Volunteer at the pollinator garden

We are often looking for volunteers to help us maintain our pollinator gardens.

Email us to volunteer
 

Make sure your planned events are sustainable

The SEC evaluates your event, awarding badges and banners based on both environmental and social aspects. Sustainable events are accessible, welcoming, fun, and eco-conscious! 

Learn how to plan a sustainable event
 

More simple steps

It's not always easy to be sustainable, and getting started can be overwhelming. Here are ideas and habits you can adopt — start with one, and go from there.

  • Bring your own reusable coffee mug and water bottle
  • Take advantage of our writing utensil recycling program
  • Become familiar with using our 4-bin waste system
  • Talk to your peers about carpooling
  • Check out our tip of the month for easy sustainable actions
  • Look over our Plastic Free July guides for more ideas
  • Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, or Tiktok to stay up to date on events to participate in, job postings, and volunteer opportunities
  • Subscribe to our monthly newsletter for regular updates on sustainable initiatives at UFV

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