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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.

EventWhere & WhenJoin us
TU Earth Month Quick Polls All April long on your TUportal Complete all the questions!
Sustainability Symposium & Career ExpoTuesday, April 1st, 7th Floor MBA Commons, Alter Hall, 12PM-3PMRSVP
EcoReps Workshop: Green Revolving Fund Wednesday, April 2nd, Office of Sustainability, HGSC Suite 101, 4PM-5PMRSVP
Advocating for a Sustainable Future: Why Environmental Justice Matters Now More Than EverThursday, April 3rd, Klein 1C, Beasley School of Law, 12PM-1PMRSVP
Stories of Sustainability: Pennsylvania FibershedFriday, April 4th, Office of Sustainability, HGSC Suite 101, 10AM-11:30AMRSVP
Philadelphia Citywide CleanupSaturday, April 5th, blocks near Temple University, 10AM-1PMRSVP
Secondhand Cycles Sale Open HouseWednesday, April 9th, Covered Bike Shelter outside of HGSC, 11:30AM-2:30PMRSVP or fill out the application
EcoReps Workshop: ReuseWednesday, April 9th, Office of Sustainability, HGSC Suite 101, 4PM-5PMRSVP
EcoReps Workshop: Sustainability Action PlanWednesday, April 16th, Office of Sustainability, HGSC Suite 101, 4PM-5PMRSVP
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 ExpoTuesday, April 22nd, Science, Education, and Research Center, First Floor Lobby, 11AM-3PMRSVP
Triple C @ Triple B: Climate, community & conversationWednesday, April 23rd, Triple Bottom Brewing RSVP
EcoReps Workshop: Spring RecapWednesday, April 23rd, Office of Sustainability, HGSC Suite 101, 4PM-5PMRSVP
Ambler Bike TourSunday, April 27th from Main Campus to Ambler, 9AM-1PMRSVP

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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Move-out of your apartment sustainably!

photo of full moving residence hall bin
With a little planning you can donate and recycle most everything you might otherwise end up on the curb. 

Every spring, 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 as well as 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. 

Re-Store

Re-store is Habitat for Humanity’s discount home improvement store. 100% of ReStore profits go to build and repair homes in Philadelphia. 

How to donate: TUmove has partnered with Habitat for Humanity during peak move-out weeks. You can schedule a furniture donation pick-up through the TUmove website.

Not moving out during peak move-out weeks? You can schedule a pick-up directly with Habitat for Humanity Restore or drop-off directly at the store Tuesday-Saturday from 10am-3pm. 

Cost: Free! 

Philadelphia Furniture Bank 

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

How to donate: PFB offers two pick-up services. Click here to learn more and to schedule a pick-up. 

Cost: A small fee is charged to cover the cost of operating the service. Fees vary based on pick-up service. 

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 accepts furniture donations via direct drop off at their donation centers and stores. Click here for directions. 

Cost: The cost of gas if you have your own vehicle. 

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. 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. 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: Free or up to $10