Where Change Begins

On this episode of “ Where Change Begins ,” Join one of our student assistants, Jonah , for a discussion of aquaponics, an agricultural system that grows crops and fish together in a connected system. Hear from the UB Engineers for a Sustainable World club as they speak about their efforts to bring aquaponics to our campus.

On this episode of “ Where Change Begins ,” one of our Climate Justice Student Assistants, Maria Arango , discusses zines , a craft used for sharing information, and connects them to the history of climate justice and her own work. Listen to the episode below!

In this episode of " Where Change Begins" , our student run podcast, Madison, our UB ReUSE Student Assistant talks about thoughtful consumption while discussing the UBReUSE, a student-run campus waste diversion program that captures goods during move-out that are useful but no longer wanted or needed by their owner and connect these materials with new owners and reduce the amount of stuf...

In this episode of "Where Change Begins" , our student run podcast, Kiara, this week's host, sits down with Madison to learn more about her role as previous SSIT (Student Sustainability Impact Team) member and now the UB ReUSE Student Assistant. They discuss how our the UBReUSE program supports circularity on campus and benefits both students and the planet by diverting items from t...

In this episode, Kiara sits down with Lily to explore her experiences and responsibilities as a Food Systems Student Assistant. They dive into how our work at UB Sustainability supports sustainable food systems on campus. Tune in to hear firsthand insights from Lily!

Dive into the third episode of our new season of " Where Change Begins" ! Join Fatema , our HIRED Boutique Student Assistant , as she discusses smart cups and how they help tackle the tremendous amount of single use plastics in the beverage industry. Listen to the episode below!

Dive into the second episode of our new season of " Where Change Begins" ! Join Lily, our Food Systems Student Assistant , for part two of her podcast, "The History of Farming" as she continues to explore the roots of the United States Industrial Agriculture System and further unpacks the story behind our food. Listen now!

Dive into the premiere episode of our new season of " Where Change Begins" ! Join Lily, our Food Systems Student Assistant , as she explores the roots of the United States Industrial Agriculture System and unpacks the story behind our food. 

Join our student assistants for a festive episode as we explore ways to make the holiday season more sustainable! From eco-friendly gift ideas to reducing waste during celebrations, we’ll share practical tips, inspiring stories, and creative solutions to help you embrace the joy of the season while caring for the planet. Follow us on Instagram: @ubsustainability Subscribe to our newsletter

In this episode, we sit down with Ava, our Zero Waste Student Assistant, to chat about the recent Climate Celebration and Yard Sale at UB. We’ll explore the event’s impact on the campus community, the importance of giving second-hand items a another life and how you can get involved!

In this episode, we're thrilled to introduce our new Communications and Outreach Student Assistant, Genevieve Fontana! With a strong background in communications and sustainability leadership from her previous institution, Genevieve is eager to contribute to our mission at UB. She’s passionate about sharing the incredible work our office is doing and is excited to be part of the university&ap...

This week, UB Sustainability Climate Justice Student Assistant Valerie Juang interviews Kelley St. John, Buffalo City's first Climate Action Manager. They discuss Kelley's path in climate work, her new position, and the future of climate justice work in City Hall. Visit our Linktree in our bio to view a transcript of the episode with links to mentioned organizations and projects included...

Long time no see! We apologize for the delay in posting - we've had some new folks join the UB Sustainability team this past summer.  In this episode, you'll be hearing from our new climate justice student assistant, Valerie Juang! Valerie's experience with climate justice both within and outside of UB makes her the ideal candidate to help facilitate CJ events sponsored/hosted by ou...

For this week’s podcast, we have our Environmental Policy Student Assistant, Amy Bentley, interviewing Professor Adam Rome from the Department of Environment and Sustainability. Listen as he discusses his background in sustainable development, work on his new book, and sustainable policy and economics, among much more! 

For this week's OMM, we hear from our very own Sustainability Engagement Coordinator, Derek Nichols, as he discusses the misunderstanding we have about queerness and its relation to ecology.  Join us again later this week for an interview with Professor Adam Rome!

Welcome back to another OMM!  Listen this time as our Student Assistant Amy discusses some fast facts about climate change!

Another OMM! Woo hoo! Listen to Student Assistant Andy Whitehead as they discuss the concept of biomimicry: human designed aspects of materials and products that are modeled after biological processes and functions. 

Graduate Assistant Michael Griffin interviews fellow colleague Nicole Tremsky about her recent study abroad visit to Costa Rica! Topics of discussion include agroforestry, monoculture farming, and setting the stage for a green America. 

This week's OMM discusses aspects of fair trade and the equitable relationships sought between producers and consumers! 

This week we're discussing the nuances of transportation and the opportunities it brings to create a better world for us all.  Transportation justice ensures safe and healthy access to travel for all. Providing adequate support despite financial status, physical health, or location.

Happy New Year! For our first OMM of 2023, we'd like to showcase one of UB Sustainability's most engaging initiatives to date. Dedicated to providing students and recent graduates with gently used apparel, accessories, and personal care items, HIRED is FREE to all UB students in an effort to help them achieve their respective career development goals. Visit our website to learn more!

Sea levels are rising at a increasing rate. This has an affect on our ecosystems, coasts, and can cause flooding and more natural disasters. What are ways you will advocate and educate to stop the contributions to the rising sea levels?

Ah December, that time of year where our consumption breaks pace and explodes with wasteful ferocity! In this OMM, we briefly discuss some sustainable gift giving strategies that you can run with this holiday season!

Last week we attended and presented at the WNY Sustainability Business Roundtable event. Listen as Amy explains what WNYSBR means for local businesses pushing to operate within a sustainable framework! Breaking through Barriers: Resilience in Turbulent Times.

This week's OMM discusses COP27, the United Nations Climate Change Conference, and the need to stay aware of relevant, ever-evolving sustainable goals!