We hear the word “sustainability” everywhere these days, but what does it actually mean? Strip away the buzzwords and corporate jargon, and you’ll find a surprisingly simple idea: using resources in a way that doesn’t compromise the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. The Three Pillars Sustainability rests on three interconnected pillars: … [Read more...] about What Sustainability Really Means (And Why It Matters to All of Us)
MSU has received a $296,424 grant from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to continue to provide pollution prevention technical assistance to Missouri manufacturing companies. The grant will be managed by Doug Neidigh (Sustainability Coordinator) and co-managed by Dr. Robert Pavlowsky and MSU's Ozarks Environment and Water Resources Institute (OEWRI), and Dr. … [Read more...] about MSU Receives EPA Pollution Prevention Grant to Support Missouri Manufacturing Companies
It's easy to forget how much water you're using in the Residence Halls. After a long day, one of the best feelings is to take a long hot shower. On days where you're in a hurry, you may forget to turn the water off while brushing your teeth. Or maybe you're constantly traveling back and forth from your room to the water fountain filling up your water bottles. The focus for … [Read more...] about 5 Ways to Reduce Water Usage in the Residence Halls