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U Conserve Contest

ECO Reps are launching an Energy and Water Saving contest, running from October 1 to October 31. Participate in the contest by downloading the Get Green app now! Residence Halls will be ranked by best performance: On Oct 31st, the one reducing the most energy and water consumption compared to September 2024 will win! Winners will be announced during the 3rd week of November. There will be sweet surprises for the winners! Learn more

 

Get Green App

The University of Miami has partnered with GetGreen to launch a mobile app that drives climate action by engaging the campus community in sustainable behavior. Register for your residential college, as a commuter, or as a faculty/staff participant and compete to collect "leaves" and win prizes—such as reusable utensil sets, lunch boxes, and even a bike! Download the app now!

 

Free Detergent Sheets

Be more gentle on the Earth when washing your clothes: Use Generation Conscious detergent sheets instead of buying bulky plastic containers! Pass by the Instamarket, and get your FREE detergent sheets from the Generation Conscious dispenser. This program is brought to you by Student Government ECO Agency. Learn more


 

Food Day

World Food Day is an international event promoted by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations. 

Calendar of events:

  • Friday, Oct 18, 5-6 pm
    Food Garden 101 - REGISTER NOW
    Gardening in Florida can be both incredibly rewarding and entirely frustrating. Our subtropical climate is perfect for growing an abundance of different vegetables, fruits, and herbs, but the challenges can sometimes be a bit overwhelming. Learn with experts from the  Miami Dade UF/IFAS Extension Urban Horticulture Program. Join us at the Campos Sano building, room 250, 1300 Campo Sano Ave, Coral Gables, FL 33146

  • Saturday, Oct 19, 10 am - 12 pm
    Tour of the Agro Eco Park - REGISTER NOW
    Agro Eco Park is an initiative aimed at showcasing the principles of agroecology to both farmers and the local community. It’s our chance to do Agroecology. Our mission is to promote environmentally conscious and socially responsible farming practices in South Florida, even in the face of challenging conditions such as inert soil, harsh climate, and limited resources. 
    The tour will start at 10 am: 18905 SW 280th St, Homestead, FL 33031- Map
    (choose carpooling if possible). Click here for instructions and directions

 

Sustainable Food

 

Food Pantry

The Canes Community Food Pantry is now open! Any student is welcome to pass by. The Canes Food Pantry works with vairous food banks and is funded by Canes alumni donations. It is located in Lakeside Village, behind the Lobby A, across from the Fountain. Learn more.

 

How Good

UM Dining uses HowGood, an independent research company with the world's largest database on product sustainability. With more than 33,000 ingredients, chemicals, and materials, HowGood helps UM Dining improve their environmental and social impact. Learn more


 

Alternative Mobility

The University of Miami community can access Freebee via the UMiami app, Monday through Friday from 7 p.m. through 4 a.m. The free service provides transportation to a primary and secondary zone, with rides starting or ending on campus to be eligible. Visit http://miami.edu/mobility  to more about Freebee and review the primary and secondary zones. Learn more.


 

Oct
01

12:00 pm

U Thrift's Favorite Local Flea Markets

Sep
27

9:00 am

SDG Challenge 2024 - Apply Now

Oct
16

4:00 pm

Rosenstiel Climate Cafe


 

Green U Webinars

 

Food Garden 101 - Oct 18

 

Sustainability 101 - Oct 25

 

Sustainable Food and Diet 101 - Nov 7

 

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