Increasingly, scientists are required to share their research results with public audiences, and results may inform practice and decision making. In this interactive workshop, participants will enhance their skills through hands-on activities grounded in the principles of science communication. We … Read more
From Highlands, North Carolina to the highlands of the Galápagos, Carolina’s communicators have stories to tell. During this panel, venture outside the confines of Chapel Hill to learn about the students and faculty conducting community-based research projects for a better … Read more
“Home is where the heart is.” Our homes should be our refuge, but are they? Environmental health hazards (like lead, mold, and other chemicals and airborne irritants) are often present in our homes, although we may not be able to … Read more
Celebrate the creeks, rivers and streams that wind through Orange County, and the ones that make their way through campus.
with Rebecca McMackin, Ecological Horticulturist Who doesn’t love butterflies? Habitat cultivation is a vital component of creating ecologically healthy landscapes, particularly in urban settings. But traditional landscaping practices rarely take biodiversity into consideration, and there is a dearth of effective … Read more
The 11th annual Clean Tech Summit is a two-day event, and will take place March 24-25, 2025 at the UNC Friday Conference Center.
Sustainable Carolina hosts staff from Duke University and NC State University for an all-day workshop on campus. The three universities will share progress on programs, initiatives and other projects.
Wipe Out Waste is our event series focused on increasing food waste education and awareness. Even though we compost, the best way to handle food waste is preventing it in the first place. Try our Pick Your Portion program to … Read more
We're partnering with the UNC Avian Society to celebrate Creek Week at Battle Grove! In 2022, Battle Grove Regenerative Stormwater Conveyance Area became a New Hope Bird Alliance Certified Bird Friendly Habitat. The daylighted stream, native plants and canopy cover … Read more
Kick off Earth Month right! Don't send your broken items to the landfill, bring them in the Repair Fair. This event, in the Murray lobby and Murray/Venable courtyard, is in partnership with BeAM. Visit our blog post to learn more, … Read more
Returns April 5th, 2025 Join Morehead Planetarium and Science Center for one of the biggest science celebrations in the state! Every year, Morehead Planetarium and Science Center hosts a day of science learning and fun for our community in partnership … Read more
