Sustainability, Office of

Announcement    Tuesday, August 26, 2025
Single-stream recycling is the easiest way to reduce your environmental footprint at Georgia College & State University. Around campus, black or gray containers are designated for landfill trash, while blue containers are reserved for single-stream recycling. Accepted items include paper, paperboard, cardboard, aluminum, tin and steel cans and rigid plastic containers labeled #1 and #2. By using the blue bins correctly, the Bobcat community helps conserve resources and keep our campus...
Announcement    Monday, July 28, 2025
It's hot out! As is normal for the summer as temperatures increase, so does electricity cost to the university. Electricity costs have increased this week with elevated pricing currently at $4 per kilowatt-hour, a new precedent as the highest price ever. With most buildings less occupied than normal, a few energy-saving tasks are being requested in an effort at reducing energy consumption and costs. Your assistance is greatly appreciated by performing the following tasks:Turn off all...
Announcement    Wednesday, June 25, 2025
We hope everyone is enjoying the summer break. As is normal for the summer as temperatures increase, so does electricity cost to the university. Electricity costs are on the rise as of this week with elevated pricing currently at $3 per kilowatt-hour (a significant increase from the normal $.03/kWh). With most buildings less occupied than normal, a few energy-saving tasks are being requested in an effort at reducing energy consumption and costs. Your assistance is greatly appreciated...
Announcement    Wednesday, April 30, 2025
The Georgia College & State University West Campus Garden is opening up for the Summer Rental Program. There are spaces available in raised beds at a cost of $10 per bed. Students are not charged this fee, as they are already charged a fee when they pay their tuition. Availability is on a first come, first serve basis. Renters may reserve up to two spaces. If there are beds available, renters may be eligible to take additional beds upon request.  Garden tools, water source and compost...
Event    Thursday, April 24, 2025
Come, join the Office of Sustainability at the annual sustainability symposium in the Arts & Sciences Auditorium on April 24 at 5:30 p.m. to learn about sustainability efforts around campus!A discussion will occur with experts from the Georgia Recycling Network and Athens/Clark county with guest speakers Gloria Hardegree, executive director of the Georgia Recycling Coalition and Suki Janssen, director of the Athens-Clark Solid Waste program. This is an amazing learning experience for...
Announcement    Tuesday, April 22, 2025
Please help Georgia College & State University recycle!Take the 2025 GCSU Recycling Survey: https://gcsu.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3lSyup9mMdLj4YS.This project will be used to inform our campus community and leadership on the current state of recycling at our institution and how to best prioritize improvements. This work is sponsored by the GCSU Academic Affairs Small Grant Committee and the Office of the Provost Collaborative Research Grant. The survey will close on May 15, 2025,...
Announcement    Tuesday, April 15, 2025
The Office of Sustainability and the Environmental Science Club invite you to a fun and interactive Zero-Waste Workshop Wednesday, April 16, from 8 p.m. to 9 p.m. Learn practical tips on how to reduce your environmental impact and live more sustainably. We'll play trivia and Kahoot with exciting prizes like reusable straws, shampoo bars and other eco-friendly items. Whether you're already passionate about sustainability or just curious to learn more, this is a great opportunity to...
Event    Thursday, April 17, 2025
The Office of Sustainability and the Environmental Science Club invite you to a fun and interactive Zero-Waste Workshop Wednesday, April 16! Learn practical tips on how to reduce your environmental impact and live more sustainably. We'll play trivia and Kahoot with exciting prizes like reusable straws, shampoo bars and other eco-friendly items. Whether you're already passionate about sustainability or just curious to learn more, this is a great opportunity to connect with others, have...
Announcement    Thursday, March 20, 2025
The Georgia College & State University's Office of Sustainability is seeking donations of clothing for our upcoming Pop-up Thrift Shop, which will be hosted on March 26 during the Farmers and Artisans Market. Please drop off your donations at room 410 in Miller Court before March 25 or contact sustaingc@gcsu.edu / (478) 445-7016. Your support helps promote sustainable fashion and reduce waste.Thank you for making a positive impact!
Announcement    Wednesday, March 5, 2025
The Georgia College & State University's Office of Sustainability is seeking donations of clothing for our upcoming Pop-Up Thrift Shop, which will be hosted on March 26 during the Farmers and Artisans Market. Please drop off your donations at room 410 in Miller Court before March 25 or contact sustaingc@gcsu.edu / (478) 445-7016. Your support helps promote sustainable fashion and reduce waste.Thank you for making a positive impact!