The department of planning, design and construction (PDC) at Missouri State University is overseeing the remodel of Roy Blunt Hall, formerly known as Temple Hall. As this is a large project, PDC is implementing efforts to recycle concrete and other materials from the building to reduce waste. What's being done? By using a rock crusher to break up the raw concrete, PDC will … [Read more...] about Making sustainability a focus in construction
The Earth faces social and environmental problems that can prevent it from thriving. Promoting sustainability is one way Missouri State University can help the planet address these issues. Missouri State will host many sustainability-oriented events on its Springfield campus during Earth Week 2021 April 19-23. Among these events is the presentation of Dr. Robert … [Read more...] about Addressing sustainability needs in the Ozarks this Earth Week
Energy consumption is something to worry about. As the carbon footprint grows and grows, students look for ways to tame the ever-growing beast. Patrick Toplikar, a student of the cooperative engineering program, received funding to look into sustainable street lights. With help from an Opportunities for Undergraduate Research Experience (OURE) grant from … [Read more...] about First steps in sustainable street lights
Being sustainable isn't just about recycling. The 2017-18 Public Affairs Conference explores how sustainability is relevant to every part of life. Dr. Daniel Crafts has been researching and teaching this for years. Sharing knowledge Crafts, associate professor of hospitality leadership, recently presented at the International Council on … [Read more...] about Sustainability in the classroom
3rd annual sustainability conference to feature exhibits, panels, guest speakers “Connect and Sustain,” this year’s theme for Missouri State University’s sustainability conference on Oct. 19, promises to educate the campus and the community about sustainability advancements made on campus. Most conference activities will be held in the Plaster Student Union … [Read more...] about ‘Connect and Sustain’ conference will highlight progress, growth