Sustainability means "meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs." — Brundtland Commission

Sustainable Laramie 2050 Essay Contest Winners Announced!

First prize in the contest went to Ian Gonella, a student in Energy Resource Science for his sustainable Laramie 2050 essay. Second place was awarded to Seyed Hamid Reza Sanei who majors in mechanical engineering.

The object of the essay was to write a description of Laramie in 2050 assuming we are successful in bringing about a relatively sustainable world. The goal is to be optimistic, but not utopian or unrealistic.  The writers were to consider both material (e.g., energy, food, transport), social, political and economic systems.

Presidents Climate Commitment

In September 2007, UW President Tom Buchanan signed the American College & University Presidents Climate Commitment (ACUPCC). The ACUPCC aims to combat global climate change through leadership at institutions of higher learning. To learn more, please visit www.presidentsclimatecommitment.org.

View the complete plan - University of Wyoming Climate Action Plan (PDF)

Accomplishments

View the 2011 Campus Sustainability Committee Progress Report (PDF), which highlights advances in sustainability at UW in several categories over the last year.

View the results of the 2011 Campus Sustainability Survey (PDF), which analyzes awareness of and attitudes towards campus sustainability issues.

Upcoming Sustainability-Related Events

Tailgate Park Recycling Project Enjoys Success

November 14, 2011 — Not only has it been a pretty good year for the UW football team, but UW Recycling has had a good year at the tailgate park, as well.

“Food Days” at UW to Underscore Sustainability Efforts

October 10, 2011 — To raise awareness about healthy eating, sustainability and local foods, the University of Wyoming's Washakie Dining Center will host “Food Days” Oct. 24-26.