Move out of your apartment sustainably

Post author By Rebecca Collins
Post date April 12, 2023
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With a little planning you can donate and recycle most everything that might otherwise end up on the curb.

Every spring and summer, thousands of students move out of apartments all over Philadelphia. Unfortunately, this process creates a lot of trash and can negatively impact our neighbors.

But here’s the good news–it doesn’t have to be that way! There are so many resources available here in Philadelphia. With just a little bit of planning, you can have a positive impact on the environment and your community.

Furniture Donation

To successfully donate your furniture, it will take a little bit of planning. Some of the resources below offer pick-up services and request that you book an appointment a minimum of a week in advance. Others require you to drop off your donations at the location.

Looking to maximize your impact? See if your neighbors have furniture to donate as well.

Habitat for Humanity ReStore

Habitat ReStores are independently owned reuse stores operated by local Habitat for Humanity organizations.

ReStores are not like other thrift stores. The sales from donated items help Habitat for Humanity partner with local families to build, rehabilitate and repair safe and affordable homes in our community.

How to donate: You can schedule donation pick-up by visiting Habitat for Humanity’s booking portal and selecting “Schedule a Pickup” and completing the online donation form.

You can also drop off in-person directly at their ReStore location (2318 Washington Ave.) Monday-Saturday from 10am-4pm or Sunday from 12pm to 4pm.

Cost: Free

Goodwill Donation Center

This national non-profit provides education, job training and career services that help individuals faced with barriers to become competitively employed.

How to donate: Goodwill of Southern New Jersey & Philadelphia offers free pick up of up to five bags or boxes picked up by a courier at your home. Click here to visit their scheduling portal.

Goodwill also accepts furniture and other household item donations via direct drop off at their donation centers and stores. Click here for directions.

Cost: Free for up to 5 bags or boxes weighing less than 50 pounds each. Large to extra large items such as furniture require a nominal fee payment.

Philadelphia Furniture Bank

The Philadelphia Furniture Bank (PFB) furnishes more than 1,400 homes annually for Philadelphians exiting homelessness.

How to donate: PFB offers pickups via Good Haul, with whom they share a warehouse. Cli c k here to learn more and to schedule a pick-up.

Drop offs to their warehouse (3650 I Street) are also welcome Monday-Friday from 10am-2pm. More information on their drop off procedures can be found here.

Cost: Minimum fee of $99 for pick up. Drop offs are free.

Clothing Donation

After swapping or selling your clothes, donation is the next best thing. Most of the resources require you to bring your donations directly to the store. Luckily all are just a short distance and accessible via SEPTA.

Circle Thrift

Circle Thrift sells items at a reduced price to members of Fishtown, Kensington, and South Philadelphia.

How to donate: Drop off only. They accept donations (including clothing as well as electronics, furniture and home furnishings) Tuesday through Sunday from 10:00pm to 5:00pm at their Frankford Avenue location. Click here for directions.

Cost: Free

Philly Aids Thrift

This non-profit supports local charities by taking donations and selling them at their thrift store. Proceeds are distributed to local organizations involved in the fight against HIV/AIDS.

How to donate: Drop off only. They accept donations (including clothing as well as electronics, furniture and home furnishings) Tuesday-Saturday from 12pm-7pm. Click here for directions.

Cost: Free

Retrievr

Retrievr is a pickup service that diverts waste from landfills by recycling or re-selling unwanted clothing and electronics.

How to donate: Schedule a pickup here.

Cost: $10 or less and sometimes free

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Campus Race to Zero Waste

Post author By Emma Hambleton
Post date February 18, 2026
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A national intercollegiate challenge to cut waste and rethink everyday habits.

Join the race by attending one of our zero-waste themed events and programs throughout the competition period.

Event	Where & When	RSVP
Fabric Workshop Excursion	Friday, February 6th, 1 – 3:30 P.M.	RSVP
Temple Thrift Pop-Up	Friday, February 13th, 10 A.M. – 3 P.M.	RSVP
EcoReps Workshop: In the Same Boat	Wednesday, February 18th, 4:30 P.M. – 5:45 P.M.	RSVP
Weigh the Waste	Monday, March 9th – Friday March 13th (lunch & dinner shifts)	Sign up here
EcoReps Workshop: Zero Waste Cooking	Wednesday, March 11th, 4:30 – 5:45 P.M. HGSC Suite 101	RSVP
Zero Waste STARS Workshop	Wednesday, March 11th, 2 – 3 P.M. HGSC Suite 101	RSVP
EcoReps Workshop: Organizing Climate Action	Wednesday, March 18th, 4:30 – 5:45 P.M. HGSC Suite 101	RSVP
EcoReps Workshop: State of Recycling	Wednesday, March 25th, 4:30 – 5:45 P.M.	RSVP

See how Temple stacks up against the competition, measuring the impact of waste reduction in the following categories:

Diversion
Per Capita Recycling
Reduce Food Loss by Rescuing Food
Diverting Food Waste from Landfills/Incineration
GameDay Basketball (one-time reporting)
Electronics Recycling (one-time reporting)
Case Study Competition

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Engineers for Climate Action: Sustainable Hydroponics Display

Post author By Bryce Forys
Post date April 24, 2025
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Inspiring change through scalable urban agriculture

Project Summary

In collaboration with Charles Library, the Office of Sustainability is excited to announce the final installation of a sustainable hydroponics display constructed by Green Grant recipients, Engineers for Climate Action. The Green Grant funds student-led projects, programs and initiatives that advance Temple University’s commitment to sustainability through their positive impact on campus and our local environment and community. This year, Engineers for Climate Action is excited to cap off Earth Month with their final display of their sustainable hydroponics system, an innovative solution for growing plants using mineral-rich water in lieu of soil.

This hydroponics system represents a strong example of addressing the interconnected challenges of climate change through innovation and education. By creating a hands-on, scalable model of urban agriculture, this project aims to inspire actionable change and provide meaningful learning opportunities for students and community members. The hydroponics system is not just a tool for growing plants—it is a platform for cultivating awareness, fostering collaboration, and driving progress toward a more sustainable future.

Why use hydroponics?

Enhances plant yields: plants can be more densely packed than when planted in soil on land, leading to higher yields. In addition, pH, nutrients, and light availability can be constantly monitored and controlled.

Less water: as much as 10 times less water than traditional field crop watering methods. The water reservoir recycles nutrient rich water instead of allowing it to run off and drain to the environment.

Locally grown: Indoor hydroponic systems allow plants to grow almost anywhere all year round.

Prevents soil degradation: Reduces the need for soil and land use.

About this system

Features a modular A-frame structure made with recycled gutter piping and minimal energy requirements

Utilizes reclaimed PVC drainage pipes as the plant rack

Inspired by the need for compact, water-efficient systems in urban environments

Seedling Planting

Frame Construction

Painting

Wet Test

*Structural Analysis through SolidWorks*

The design above shows the results of the SolidWorks simulation run on the model of the hydroponics design.

Using the known properties of wood, a stress analysis was run to determine if the estimated loading on the structure could result in failure. Blue areas on the simulation model represent regions of material that will not be under a significant amount of stress. With accounting for the mass of the water, the plants, and the apparatus itself, it was found that the structure is adequately designed against failure.

Hear from the students

About the Green Grant

Engineers for Climate Action were awarded $900 from the Office of Sustainability’s Green Grant for parts associated with the construction of the hydroponics display.

Temple Sustainability’s Green Grant builds upon Temple University’s commitment to sustainability by funding student-led projects, programs and initiatives that advance the Office of Sustainability’s mission and have a positive impact on campus and our local environment and community. The grant application opens late in the fall semester and winners are selected early the following calendar year. Project implementation and execution spans the spring semester.

Click here for more information.

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Sustainability Resources for Philadelphia Residents: Environmental Justice Month

Post author By Emma Hambleton
Post date April 9, 2025
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What is Environmental Justice?

Environmental justice began as a grassroots movement led by BIPOC communities and advocates for economic and racial justice, as well as environmental stewardship in decision making, fair treatment and involvement of all people regardless of race, income, and national origin.

Philadelphia’s Office of Sustainability envisions “an environmentally just city where race, socioeconomic status, and ZIP code no longer predict residents’ health or exposure to hazards.”

Here you can find various resources that are available to Philadelphia residents to address environmental issues in your home and community.

Resources for Residents:

Air Quality:

Check air quality

Receive air quality notifications

Alert Air Management Services to issues such as idling, dust, or unusual odor. Call 215-685-7580 (business hours) or 215-686-4516 (all other times)

Water Quality:

Questions about lead in your water: 215-685-6300

See what material your water service line is made of

Homeowner’s Emergency Loan Program (HELP)

Healthy Homes:

Lead and Healthy Homes program

Housing Benefits Tool

Built to Last programs

Philadelphia Housing Development Program Adaptive Modifications Program, which aids low-income individuals with permanent physical disabilities live more independently in their homes

PHDC’s Basic Systems Repair Program provides free repairs to correct electrical, plumbing, heating, limited structural and carpentry, as well as roofing emergencies

Flooding & Storms:

ReadyPhiladelphia: the city’s free emergency text and email alert system

Basement Protection Program: Philadelphia Water Department’s program to help protect your basement from flooding

Philadelphia Water Department’s Raincheck Program: Residential stormwater management tools

Office of Emergency Management’s flood preparedness information

Greenworks Resilient Community Worksheet: planning for how to respond to a storm or other emergency management

Extreme Temperatures:

For extreme heat days, find your local cooling center

Community Heat Relief Toolkit: ways to prepare your community for hotter summers

Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP): Assistance to help pay your home heating bill

Find out if you qualify for assistance with your electricity bill: Call PECO CARES at 1-800-774-7040

Visit a Neighborhood Energy Center for help paying energy bills, find a list of centers here

Waste, Litter, Illegal Dumping:

Report illegal dumping and unlicensed construction by calling 3-1-1 or visiting Philly311.

Philadelphia’s Vacant Lot Program, which inspects and cleans vacant lots that need maintenance

Organize and elect a block captain, who work to make their block safe and beautiful

Find a sanitation convenience center to drop off trash or recycling (oversized trash, yard waste, recycling, etc.)

Bulk Collection Program: schedule a trash pickup appointment for bulky household items

Green Space:

Learn how to garden safely in Philadelphia’s urban soil

Request a free yard or street tree through TreePhilly

Zoning & Development:

Connect with your Registered Community Organization (RCO)

To comment on any appeals decision, attend a Zoning Board of Adjustment hearing

To learn more about land use decision-making, visit Philadelphia’s Citizens Planning Institute

We hope you celebrate Earth Month by taking action and advance our collective goal of ensuring all neighborhoods in Philly are just, thriving, and green. All information from this blog was originally posted here: https://www.phila.gov/2025-02-25-spotlight-environmental-justice-month-and-resources-for-residents/?mc_cid=67e6322252&mc_eid=acee551f59

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Earth Month 2025

April is Earth Month. Check out the calendar below to see the events occurring both on campus and off campus throughout Earth Month.

Event	Where & When	Join us
TU Earth Month Quick Polls	All April long on your TUportal	Complete all the questions!
Sustainability Symposium & Career Expo	Tuesday, April 1st, 7th Floor MBA Commons, Alter Hall, 12PM-3PM	RSVP
EcoReps Workshop: Green Revolving Fund	Wednesday, April 2nd, Office of Sustainability, HGSC Suite 101, 4PM-5PM	RSVP
Advocating for a Sustainable Future: Why Environmental Justice Matters Now More Than Ever	Thursday, April 3rd, Klein 1C, Beasley School of Law, 12PM-1PM	RSVP
Stories of Sustainability: Pennsylvania Fibershed	Friday, April 4th, Office of Sustainability, HGSC Suite 101, 10AM-11:30AM	RSVP
Philadelphia Citywide Cleanup	Saturday, April 5th, blocks near Temple University, 10AM-1PM	RSVP
Secondhand Cycles Sale Open House	Wednesday, April 9th, Covered Bike Shelter outside of HGSC, 11:30AM-2:30PM	RSVP or fill out the application
EcoReps Workshop: Reuse	Wednesday, April 9th, Office of Sustainability, HGSC Suite 101, 4PM-5PM	RSVP
EcoReps Workshop: Sustainability Action Plan	Wednesday, April 16th, Office of Sustainability, HGSC Suite 101, 4PM-5PM	RSVP
Give + Go Green collection and sorting	All day every day in all residence halls for students living on campus and volunteering opportunities for everyone else!	Learn more and sign up to volunteer
Earth Day Expo	Tuesday, April 22nd, Science, Education, and Research Center, First Floor Lobby, 11AM-3PM	RSVP
Triple C @ Triple B: Climate, community & conversation	Wednesday, April 23rd, Triple Bottom Brewing	RSVP
EcoReps Workshop: Spring Recap	Wednesday, April 23rd, Office of Sustainability, HGSC Suite 101, 4PM-5PM	RSVP
Ambler Bike Tour	Sunday, April 27th from Main Campus to Ambler, 9AM-1PM	RSVP

Earth month TU Quick Polls

All Temple students, staff, and faculty will see new questions about sustainability in TUportal throughout the month of April from the 2nd through the 25th.

Every few days you’ll be asked about your personal values and actions when it comes to the environment, your thoughts and preferences on sustainability infrastructure and programs, and sustainability in your academic program or your professional role as a staff person.

Help us help you!

Your answers will help us plan programs that will benefit the Temple community for years to come.

Everyone who answers all Quick Polls questions is entered for a chance to win a one-of-a-kind tumbler made with recycled glass by Tyler School of Art and Architecture Glass artists and makers.

The first 50 students and staff members to complete all the polls will receive a brand-new Stasher reusable storage bag.

February was Environmental Justice Month

In 2014, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) declared February to be Environmental Justice Month to commemorate the signing of historic 1994 executive order 12898: “Federal Actions to Address Environmental Justice in Minority Populations.”

Celebrate Earth Month by checking out our blog post spotlighting all the great Environmental Justice month resources for Philadelphia residents.

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Campus Race to Zero Waste 2025: Calendar of Events

Post author By Caroline Burkholder
Post date February 5, 2025
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Temple University’s Office of Sustainability is thrilled to present our February events and this year’s Campus Race to Zero Waste campaign. Join us in sowing the seeds of change and nurturing a more eco-friendly campus.

Campus Race to Zero Waste is a sustainability competition in which Temple University goes head-to-head against schools across the country to see who can divert the most waste from landfills.

Want to get started? Check out the calendar below to discover the array of events happening on and off campus this February. Click the links to RSVP and become a part of the movement toward a circular economy!

Kickoff: Feb 2 – March 29, 2025

Theme	Event	Where & When	RSVP
Sustainable Fashion	Temple Thrift Pop-Up	Tuesday, February 11, Morgan Hall North D301, 10AM – 3PM	RSVP
	EcoReps Workshop: Patagonia Short Film Discussion	Wednesday, February 12, Office of Sustainability, HGSC Suite 101, 4PM – 5PM	RSVP
Zero Waste Events	STARS Workshop: Sustainable Events	Monday, February 17, HGSC Room 220, 11 AM – 12 PM	RSVP
	EcoReps Workshop: Waste Diversion in Philadelphia	Wednesday, February 19, Office of Sustainability, HGSC Suite 101, 4PM-5PM	RSVP
Food Rescue	Sharing Excess Workshop	TBD	TBD
	EcoReps Workshop: Zero Waste Cooking Demo	Wednesday, February 26, Office of Sustainability, HGSC Suite 101, 4PM-5PM	RSVP
Organic Waste Diversion	Weigh the Waste	Monday, March 10 – Friday March 14, Esposito Dining Center, 11 AM – 2 PM, 5 PM – 8 PM	Sign up!
	Career Coffee Chat with Tim Bennett	Friday, March 21, Office of Sustainability, HGSC Suite 101, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM	RSVP
Circularity	EcoReps Workshop: Reuse	Friday, March 19, Office of Sustainability, HGSC Suite 101, 4 PM – 5 PM	RSVP
	Secondhand Sales Open House	TBD	TBD
Gender, Waste & Equity	Menstrual Equity and Sustainability Workshop	TBD	TBD

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2024 Transportation Survey: Temple, we need your input to reach our climate action goals

Post author By Ellissa Jeudy
Post date November 6, 2024
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Temple community commutes via the Broad Street line subway

Temple’s Transportation Survey aims to assess the university’s environmental impact. The survey tracks progress on our greenhouse gas emissions inventory, calculates annual emissions from commuting, and aids in future planning. Results will be published on the Office of Sustainability website in Spring 2025, and previous survey results are available below.

We encourage all students, faculty, and staff to participate in this brief, 10-minute online survey. It is crucial data for our emissions inventory and for fulfilling our university climate commitment.

Take the survey:

You received an email from Ken Kaiser, SVP, inviting you to complete the 2024 Transportation and Sustainability Survey on Monday, 11/4

You may have received another email from Rebecca Collins on Wednesday, 11/13.

Search “transportation survey” in your Outlook inbox and click your unique link to contribute to this critical sustainability reporting.

It takes less than 10 minutes to complete! Participants who complete the survey can enter a raffle to win a sustainable prize.

Highlights: 2022 Transportation and Sustainability Culture Survey Report

In 2022, the most common primary mode of transportation reported by respondents was driving a car (32%)
Temple University students, faculty, and staff, take an estimated 263,580 one-way trips to and from campus in a typical week
88% of all respondents reported driving a car with a combustion engine to campus followed by 9.8% who drive hybrids and 2.5% who reported driving an electric vehicle

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of this study?

This survey will help the University understand its transportation energy use and find ways to reduce our impact on the environment generally.

I don’t even drive. Do you still want me to do this transportation survey?

Yes! We need accurate information from Temple people who do not drive as well as those who do. Whether you live near or far, use public transportation or drive, walk or bicycle, your answers are very important to the outcome of the survey.

How long does the survey take?

The online survey is very short. Most people will finish it in less than 10 minutes. Many have completed it within a few minutes.

What will you do with my answers?

Your answers will be held in strict confidence. When the data are analyzed, no one will be able to associate your name with your answers. Results will be studied to formulate the University’s energy policies, strategic planning and engagement opportunities for the years ahead.

What’s in it for me?

Two things: First, by participating, you can help Temple take a real step toward a more energy-sustainable community. Second, participants who complete the survey will be entered in a raffle. See below for prizes.

What does “sustainability” mean, anyway?

Sustainability has been defined by the National Academy of Science USA as “meeting the needs of present and future generations while substantially reducing poverty and conserving the planet’s life support systems.” More simply, it means meeting our own needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet theirs.

Greenhouse gas emissions have been linked to global climate changes. Individual efforts are the first step in reducing negative effects of climate change locally and around the world.

I have questions about the survey. Who should I contact?

Please email sustainability@temple.edu with any questions and we will do our best to respond within 1 business day.

For more information, check out previous Transportation Survey Reports:

2019 Transportation Survey Report

2016 Transportation Survey Report

2013 Transportation Survey Report

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Sustainable Living Made Easy: How Temple University’s Office of Sustainability Supports Students Off-Campus

Post author By Kimora McAlpin
Post date October 16, 2024
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Discover How Temple University and the Office of Sustainability Promote Sustainable Off-Campus Living

As Temple University and the Office of Sustainability strives toward a more equitable and sustainable future, initiatives like the Best Nest Program are making a difference in students’ off-campus living experience. This self-certification initiative not only prioritizes safety and community responsibility but also incorporates sustainability-focused practices, aligning with Temple’s commitment to a greener campus and community.

What is the Best Nest Program?

The Best Nest Program is designed to support safe, secure, and sustainable off-campus living for Temple students. This program offers a structured framework that helps students find housing that meets specific environmental, safety, and community standards. Properties within Temple’s patrol zone can opt into this program and qualify for either a Cherry or Diamond certification level, reflecting criteria similar to those of on-campus residence halls.

Certification Levels: Cherry and Diamond

Cherry Certification: This level focuses on crime prevention, requiring a valid landlord license, adequate outdoor lighting, and outdoor cameras with retrievable footage to ensure tenant safety.

Diamond Certification: Building upon Cherry standards, this level incorporates additional criteria related to residential safety and neighborhood responsibility. Properties must have no “unsafe” code violations, minimal noise and trash violations, and adequate trash and recycling storage facilities, aligning with sustainable and community-friendly practices.

How Students Can Use the Program

Students can filter for Best Nest certified properties on Temple’s Off-Campus Housing listing website. Additionally, during the Fall and Spring Off-Campus Living Fairs, students have the opportunity to learn more about the program, review feedback from peers on properties, and access a checklist for property visits.

How Students Can Use These Resources to Live Sustainably

Temple University offers various resources to help students embrace sustainable living, whether on or off campus. By making small changes in daily habits and utilizing available tools, students can significantly reduce their environmental footprint and contribute to a more sustainable community. Here’s how you can use these resources to make a difference:

Green Living Site

Temple’s Green Living Site for tips and guides on sustainable practices. From energy-saving strategies to water conservation, this resource provides valuable insights into how you can incorporate sustainability into your daily routine.

Energy Toolkit
Temple’s Energy Toolkit offers practical advice on reducing energy usage, which can help you save on utility costs while being environmentally conscious. Learn about energy-efficient appliances, smart lighting solutions, and other ways to minimize your energy footprint.

How to Host a Block Cleanup
Participating in or organizing a block cleanup can make a big impact on your local environment. This guide provides step-by-step instructions for hosting a cleanup, including tips on gathering supplies, coordinating with neighbors, and responsibly disposing of collected waste. It’s a great way to connect with your community while promoting a cleaner, greener neighborhood.

Not Sure Where to Start?

Getting started with sustainable living can feel overwhelming, but there are resources available to make it easier. Here are some quick tips to help you begin your journey:

Need a Recycling Bin?
If your landlord hasn’t provided you with a recycling bin, you can stop by the Office of Sustainability to pick up a recycling sticker. Placing this sticker on your bin lets the city know you’re participating in recycling through their partnership with phila.gov/recycling.

Know Your Trash and Recycling Days
Trash and recycling pickup days vary depending on where you live. It’s essential to know your designated day to ensure proper disposal. To find out your pickup day, visit phila.gov/recycling, where you can enter your address for information.

Understand Trash Limits
Philadelphia has specific guidelines on how much trash can be set out each week. Check with the city’s resources to understand your trash limits and avoid any unexpected issues on collection day.

Through the Best Nest Program and other sustainability resources, Temple University students are empowered to live sustainably, responsibly, and safely off campus.

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Campus Sustainability Month Fall 2024

Post author By Ellissa Jeudy
Post date September 30, 2024
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This Campus Sustainability Month, the Office of Sustainability will create pathways for understanding how small, grassroots actions can have a longstanding impact.

A series of different workshops, events and service opportunities will focus on select United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and the Temple community will learn what they can do here in Philly and on campus to affect sustainable change globally.

To learn more about the UN SDGs, click here.

Event	Date	Time	Location	RSVP
Ambler Arboretum Volunteer Days	Every Monday	1:00 PM to 3:00 PM	Ambler Arboretum	RSVP
Ambler Arboretum Volunteer Days	Every Tuesday	9:00 AM to 12:00 PM	Ambler Arboretum	RSVP
Ambler Arboretum Volunteer Days	Every Wednesday	9:00 AM to 12:00 PM	Ambler Arboretum	RSVP
Wednesday Night Group Bike Ride	Wednesday, October 2 204	6:15 PM to 8:30 PM	Bell Tower	RSVP
Earth & Environmental Science Seminar Series: Dr. Molly Menzel	Friday, October 4 2024	3:00 PM to 4:00 PM	Beury Hall, Room 305	RSVP
Ambler Arboretum Volunteer Days	Every Saturday	9:00 AM to 12:00 PM & 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM	Ambler Arboretum	RSVP
EcoRep Excursion: Discovery Fest at the Discovery Center	Saturday, October 5 2024	12:00 PM to 3:00 PM	Meet @ Office of Sustainability	RSVP
Sanctuary Farm Fall Harvest Festival: VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!	Saturday, October 5 2024	11 AM to 3:30 PM	Meet @ Office of Sustainability	RSVP
2035 Drawdown: Discussion of Partnerships & Emissions Reduction Strategies to Support 2035 Goals	Monday, October 7, 2024	12:00 PM to 1:00 PM	Online	RSVP
EcoReps Workshop: Zero Waste Cooking Demo	Monday, October 7 2024	6:00 PM to 7:00 PM	Charles Library, Room 210	RSVP
Climate Strategies at Work: Happenings Around the State	Tuesday, October 8 2024	12:00 PM to 1:00 PM	Online	RSVP
National Coming Out Week Festival	Tuesday, October 8 2024	1:30 PM to 3:30 PM	Liacouras Walk South	RSVP
Temple Thrift Pop-Up Sale	Wednesday, October 9 2024	10:00 AM to 3:00 PM	Liacouras Walk South	RSVP
Engaging Your Community: Local Climate Action	Wednesday, October 9 2024	12:00 PM to 1:00 PM	Online	RSVP
A Regional Approach: New Opportunities through Appalachian Sustainable Finance Hubs	Thursday, October 10 2024	12:00 PM to 1:00 PM	Online	RSVP
PPL Colloquium: Air Pollution, Cognitive Decline and Dementia	Thursday, October 10, 2024	12:30 PM to 1:50 PM	Gladfelter Hall, 10th Floor	RSVP
Dean’s Forum: Using the Law to Combat Climate Science Disinformation	Thursday, October 10, 2024	5:00PM to 7:00PM Reception to follow	Duane Presser LLP Moot Court Room Klein Hall	RSVP
Wellness Day at Temple University Ambler Campus	Friday, October 11 2024	11:00 AM to 3:30 PM	Ambler Arboretum	RSVP
A Valuable Partner in Climate Change: Profiling the Climate Leadership of the Business Sector	Friday, October 11 2024	12:00 PM to 1:00 PM	Online	RSVP
Ambler Arboretum: Autumn Horticulture Hike	Friday, October 11 2024	1:00 PM to 2:30 PM	Meet @ Bright Hall Flagpole	RSVP
EcoRep Excursion: Good Buy Supply	Sunday, October 13 2024	11:00 AM to 1:00 PM	Meet @ Office of Sustainability	RSVP
EcoReps Workshop: Climate Resiliency	Monday, October 14 2024	6:00 PM to 7:00 PM	Charles Library, Room 210	RSVP
Wednesday Night Group Bike Ride	Wednesday, October 16 2024	6:15 PM to 8:30 PM	Meet @ Bell Tower	RSVP
World Food Day	Friday, October 18 2024	11:00 AM to 2:00 PM	Liacouras Walk South	RSVP
Off-Campus Housing Fair	Friday, October 18 2024	1:00 PM to 3:00 PM	Intersection of Liacouras & Pollett Walks	RSVP
Weigh The Waste (Lunch)	Monday, October 21 2024	11 AM to 2 PM	Esposito Dining Center (J&H)	RSVP
EcoRep Workshop: Slow Fashion	Monday, October 21 2024	6:00 PM to 7:00 PM	Charles Library, Room 210	RSVP
Weigh The Waste	Monday, October 21, 2024	11 AM to 2 PM (Lunch)	Esposito Dining Center (J&H)	RSVP
Weigh The Waste	Tuesday, October 22, 2024	11 AM to 2 PM (Lunch) & 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM (Dinner)	Esposito Dining Center (J&H)	RSVP
Weigh The Waste	Wednesday, October 23 2024	11 AM to 2 PM (Lunch) & 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM (Dinner)	Esposito Dining Center (J&H)	RSVP
Weigh The Waste	Thursday, October 24 2024	11 AM to 2 PM (Lunch) & 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM (Dinner)	Esposito Dining Center (J&H)	RSVP
Weigh The Waste	Friday, October 25 2024	11 AM to 2 PM (Lunch) & 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM (Dinner)	Esposito Dining Center (J&H)	RSVP
Single-Use Planet Documentary Screening and Environmental Justice Conversation	Monday, October 28 2024	3:00 PM to 5:00 PM	Charles Library Event Space 3-5PM	RSVP
Secondhand Bike Sale	Wednesday, October 30 2024	2:00 PM to 5:00 PM	Howard Gittis Student Center	RSVP
Wednesday Night Group Bike Ride	Wednesday, October 30 2024	6:15 PM to 8:30 PM	Meet @ Bell Tower	RSVP

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Event Recap: Transportation Fair 2024

Post author By Ellissa Jeudy
Post date September 11, 2024
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Sustainable transportation is a safe and clean option for traveling, and what better way to discuss and inform others about their mobility options than a transportation fair? This past Friday, September 6th, we had organizations come out to our Transportation Fair to discuss Temple University students’ many eco-friendly traveling options around the Philadelphia area.

SEPTA, Sierra Club’s Transits to Trails, the Center for Advocacy for the Rights & Interests of the Elderly (CARIE), Clean Air Council, the Bicycle Coalition, the City of Philadelphia Streets Department and more tabled at our Transportation Fair to deliver resources for green traveling options to get around the city.

At our Transportation Fair, we also interviewed organization representatives and students to gain insight into what sustainable transportation means to them. A member of CARIE described what sustainable transportation means to them:

“Sustainable transportation is good for the people, good for the environment. It means protecting everybody [and] making sure that everyone has access to transportation.”

Another organization, Sierra Club, talked about Transit to Trails, a campaign to improve public transportation options so that green spaces become easily accessible to everyone. Sierra Club believes that sustainable transportation is “accessible to everyone in all communities, helps them have full autonomy over their lives, and is clean and good for the environment.”

“Sustainable transportation helps [people] have full autonomy over their lives.”

SEPTA, Philadelphia’s largest transportation system highlighted the benefits of our transit system. It is one of the greenest, lowest emissions options in our city and provides us with a safe and environmentally friendly way of getting around, whether that is by bus, train, subway, or trolley.

For students, having options and choices was a common theme when it came to sustainable transportation. When students were asked what sustainable transportation means to them, they often focused on options such as electric cars, bicycles, public transportation, and walking, acknowledging the environmentally friendly transportation options they have access to around Philadelphia. It also gives us insight into ways that students are actively thinking of and engaging with sustainable modes of transport.

Our Transportation Fair provided a space for students to learn about local transportation organizations and the resources they can provide. It was also a wonderful opportunity to hear from our broader Temple community what exactly sustainable transportation means to them.

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