Sustainability
Research involving the community has been crucial to the university’s ethos since its inception 150 years ago.
Pioneering research helps us understand more about our oceans.
Billions live in environments that violate human rights.
CU Boulder’s Rural Technical Assistance Program helps small Colorado towns like Beulah leverage outdoor recreation to boost their local economies.
Linda Holubar Sanabria gave a $10.4 million donation to CU Boulder, creating a 476-acre wildlife and research reserve.
The Boulder Apple Tree Project has grown into the Buffs Backyard Orchard, a student- and community-driven living lab.
Maddie Cataldo and Maya Nefs turned a shared love of adventure and entrepreneurship into Blazin’ Joe, a sustainable startup that transforms coffee waste into firelogs and fire starters.
CU researchers across space science, bioengineering and nanomaterials are turning “what if” questions into transformative discoveries.
Andrew Mayock has joined CU Boulder as the university’s first vice chancellor for sustainability, aiming to elevate its global leadership in climate action.
CU Boulder news on free speech, faculty author recognition, megadrought research and sustainability initiatives.