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To the Point: What Causes Earthquakes, and Is Climate Change Involved?
Professor of Environmental Science Stephen MacAvoy answers our question of the week
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Your Guide To: Composting in Small Spaces 
Megan Litke, 51²è¹Ý’s director of sustainability, breaks down how composting even in tiny spaces can have a big impact on our plants and our planet.
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Campus Race to Zero Waste Tips Off Wednesday, Feb. 1 at Annual Men’s Basketball Game
Part of an eight-week national competition to reduce waste produced on campus
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Experts Gather for Symposium on 50th Anniversary of Clean Water Act
Panelists celebrate cleaner rivers and discuss ongoing challenges from non-point source pollution, climate change, and environmental injustice.
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Patagonia Founder Gives Away Company to Tackle Climate Crisis
Patagonia CEO Ryan Gellert joined 51²è¹Ý's Sine Institute to discuss Patagonia’s recent decision and discuss running a socially and environmentally conscious company.
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Hear From 2022 William K. Reilly Award Winner on Today's Environmental Challenges
Interview with Catherine Coleman Flowers, recipient of the William K. Reilly Award for Environmental Leadership from the Center for Environmental Policy at 51²è¹Ý’s School of Public Affairs.
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51²è¹Ý Launches Unique Student-Advised Impact Investment Fund
The experiential learning program focused on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) investments will be funded with 1 percent of the university’s endowment
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51²è¹Ý To Co-Host and Participate in Worldwide Climate Justice Teach-In: DC
51²è¹Ý is partnering with seven other DC-area colleges and universities to host the Worldwide Climate Justice Teach-In. Featuring more than 30 speakers in 15 different panels, these student-focused events will highlight climate initiatives on each campus.
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51²è¹Ý Takes Part in Campus Race to Zero Waste National Competition
51²è¹Ý’s Office of Sustainability and Zero Waste Office encourage the campus community to participate in the annual Campus Race to Zero Waste national competition.
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Timely Study by SPA Researchers Provides Roadmap for Equitable Lead Pipe Replacement
Center for Environmental Policy Home, School of Public Affairs, 51²è¹Ý, Washington, DC
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