Hope College Sustainability

Working together for a sustainable campus and community 🌎

[Hope College @HopeCollege]

One of the prettiest times of year on campus. (Along with winter, spring, and summer.) Happy first day of fall! 🧡

[Hope College Sustainability @HC_Green]

SO MANY great places to visit near campus! 🧡💙💚
https://t.co/mPeaH44Nyu

[Hope College @HopeCollege]

You're looking at a Gold-rated Sustainable Campus 🌟🌳

Hope has received a STARs Gold rating the past two years after holding a Silver rating since 2017 and a Bronze rating from 2012 to 2017. Read more: https://t.co/phCPqYBEjA

[Hope College Sustainability @HC_Green]

Please join the Office of the Dean for Natural and Applied Sciences in welcoming Hope alumnus Dr. Chris Avery to campus as this year’s Gentile Lectureship speaker. Dr. Avery manages the development, writing, and publication process of the National Climate Assessment.

[Michigan EGLE @MichiganEGLE]

As we commemorate Juneteenth, we recognize the essential role of justice and equity in our work. At EGLE, we are dedicated to ensuring all Michigan communities benefit equitably from our environmental initiatives. https://t.co/8gAJONoV7I

#Juneteenth #EnvironmentalJustice

[Hope College Sustainability @HC_Green]

Next week is the kick-off to the 2024 Summer Creation Care Book Read. We will be reading and discussing Refugia Faith: Seeking Hidden Shelters, Ordinary Wonders, and the Healing of the Earth written by Dr. Bedra Rienstra.

[Michigan EGLE @MichiganEGLE]

While you’re enjoying Michigan’s lakes & rivers, here's 2 ways you can protect them:

1⃣ Keep an eye out for aquatic plants on MI’s watch list: https://t.co/FiYc8ojS80

2⃣ #CleanDrainDry watercraft & gear before heading to new location

🌊https://t.co/3HYLGMS03R
#MIGreatLakesWeek

[Michigan EGLE @MichiganEGLE]

Happy #MiGreatLakesWeek! 🌊🌊
Let's start with a little #MondayMotivation by sharing some of your favorite photos of Michigan's lakes, rivers, or streams!
https://t.co/3jfQDIp1ly

[Hope College Biology @HopeBio]

Hope Student Natalie Leake-Jara Receives Research Grant from American Ornithological Society https://t.co/FTYss1fIOE via @HopeCollege

[Michigan EGLE @MichiganEGLE]

The program that keeps boat shrink-wrap out of landfills by recycling it is growing! https://t.co/y5uVev26mM #MiEnvironment #MiRecycles

[Hope College Biology @HopeBio]

Summer research happens off campus, too! Janaa Ward and Steven Awad take measurements on trees in northern Michigan. Field work isn’t all work and no play for the Blake-Mahmud lab - there is always time for an ice cream break.

[Hope College Alumni @hopealumni]

It's Milestone Weekend! We're looking forward to welcoming you back to campus. View the full schedule at https://t.co/9ordnAibQC #HopeAlumni

[Arbor Day Foundation @arborday]

Let’s hear it for trees and their amazing healing abilities this #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth 💚

[Hope College Sustainability @HC_Green]

@CityofHolland Recycling Center Survey ♻️
https://t.co/VXzD0MAYC6

[Arbor Day Foundation @arborday]

Leaves: nature's solar panels and trees' endless creativity

From the lacework of fern fronds to the broad banana leaves, nature showcases a range of leaf designs. Each shape is adapted to fulfill specific functions, like maximizing sunlight absorption or minimizing water loss.

[Hope College Sustainability @HC_Green]

For our last post during this year's Women's History Month, we are recognizing the work of another sustainability leader! Today we are talking about Autumn Peltier, a 19 year-old woman known for her water advocacy and environmental activism.

[Recycling Raccoons @RecyclingSquad]

Do you have a plastic bag full of plastic bags hiding in your den? Ready to part ways with your plastic? Recycle the bags at your local grocery store or retailer. Plastic bags don’t belong in your curbside recycling.

Psst! Collect less plastic bags by using reusable bags! 💜

[Arbor Day Foundation @arborday]

There are a million reasons to celebrate trees and a million reasons why we need to protect them. In the face of a changing climate that threatens our planet, forests stand tall, exuding strength and resilience.

Together, let's celebrate #InternationalDayofForests 🌳

[Hope College Sustainability @HC_Green]

It's Wednesday, and you know what that means, we are highlighting another woman making a difference in the world! Today we are recognizing Vandana Shiva, an Indian scholar and environmental activist from Dehradun, India. #sustainablehope