Sustainability and Environmental Education

GVSU green roofs play role in sustainability efforts

Grand Valley’s rooftop gardens provide more than just aesthetics and scenery for the university’s campuses. They are one part of GVSU’s wider sustainability efforts highlighted by Sustainability Month.

Oct 24, 2024



GVSU's work earns sustainability honor from national organization

Since 2013, an initiative among campus partners has been working to reduce landfill-bound trash at Lubbers Stadium as part of the National Wildlife Federation's GameDay Football Zero Waste Touchdown Challenge.

Feb 28, 2024



Harvest: Sustainability Month at GVSU and the SAP Farm

Sustainability Month at GVSU included the seasonýs final gathering of produce at the SAP Farm.

Oct 18, 2023


Climate change education the focus of upcoming lecture, summit and family fun day

The events offer several opportunities this fall for the community to engage.

Sep 25, 2023


AWRI plays key role in Muskegon Lake's ecological recovery

Muskegon Lake inched closer to its delisting as an Area of Concern by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency as two more impairments have been removed from the lake.

Jul 12, 2023


Inaugural Water in the West trip gives students invaluable experiences, new perspectives

The four-week trip prompted a new appreciation for water and conservation, new friendships and new career ambitions.

Jun 8, 2023


Intensive trip forges strong bonds for Water in the West team

Students are also quickly learning about the challenges of water supply in the western U.S.

May 26, 2023


Integrative Studies class studies wicked water problems during immersive week in Traverse City

Traverse City's natural resources were highlighted during a week of activities as students studied the area's water issues.

May 24, 2023