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New campus sustainability framework unveiled at �鶹��Ƶ Climate Week event

Megan M Rogers — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 20:50:45 +0000

New campus sustainability framework unveiled at �鶹��Ƶ Climate Week event Megan M Rogers Fri, 04/10/2026 - 14:50

The second annual Colorado Climate Week, which took place May 30–April 3, brought together leaders across the state to explore solutions, partnerships and bold ideas shaping the future of climate action and innovation. On April 1, �鶹��Ƶ hosted a full day of panels, presentations and discussions at the Limelight Hotel Boulder in partnership with event organizer Colorado Cleantech Industries Association.

A guiding framework for �鶹��Ƶ’s sustainability future

Chancellor Justin Schwartz opened the day by introducing �鶹��Ƶ’s new sustainability strategic framework, an ambitious roadmap that connects education, research, operations and partnerships into a unified approach to sustainability leadership.

During his remarks, the chancellor noted, “Education, research, operations and partnerships are interconnected and reinforcing. That’s the vision �鶹��Ƶ is preparing to achieve. It is ambitious but grounded in the work already underway and in the people who make it possible.”

Both the event and the strategic framework build on �鶹��Ƶ’s ongoing momentum in the sustainability space and the university's efforts to expand its sustainability work in ways that benefit the campus community, Boulder and Colorado.

Vice Chancellor for Sustainability Andrew Mayock said, “This event reflects �鶹��Ƶ’s deep commitment to advancing climate and sustainability solutions through collaboration. We were joined on the stage by top private, public and nonprofit leaders from across the state on the most pressing issues, including artificial intelligence, wildfire, climate-related economic impacts, community rights, climate tech innovation and more. We were grateful to be joined by hundreds of audience members, including Boulder residents, state and local officials, investors, students, faculty and the broader Colorado community.”

Moving the needle with conversation and partnership

The day featured a series of panels and discussions that explored the intersection of technology, policy and investment in climate solutions.

A standout moment was the session with Seth Levine, partner and co-founder of Foundry, who offered insights into how evolving models of capitalism are shaping climate innovation.

The day included separate policy discussions with Democratic candidates Attorney General Phil Weiser and Sen. Michael Bennet on their respective climate-related visions for the state going forward. Gov. Jared Polis and Congressman Joe Neguse closed out the day by highlighting the critical role of public leadership in accelerating climate action.

The day at the Limelight

The event concluded with a lively networking reception, where students, researchers, policymakers and industry leaders connected and continued conversations sparked throughout the day.

A statewide effort, a shared future

Now in its second year, Colorado Climate Week reflects the state’s growing reputation as a hub for climate innovation and partnership. �鶹��Ƶ’s leadership, and its newly launched sustainability framework, positions the university at the center of this momentum.

Through continued collaboration across disciplines and sectors, the discussions shared on April 1 signals not just talk but a commitment to action.

Colorado Climate Week brought together leaders across the state to explore solutions, partnerships and bold ideas shaping the future of climate action and innovation. �鶹��Ƶ hosted a full day of panels, presentations and discussions at the Limelight Hotel Boulder.

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New look, same magic—the Rippon returns

Megan M Rogers — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 13:46:06 +0000

New look, same magic—the Rippon returns Megan M Rogers Fri, 04/10/2026 - 07:46

After a two-year absence, a renovated Mary Rippon Outdoor Theatre will debut with the Colorado Shakespeare Festival's 2026 season.

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�鶹��Ƶ recognizes Student Employee Supervisors of the Year

Megan M Rogers — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 13:41:24 +0000

�鶹��Ƶ recognizes Student Employee Supervisors of the Year Megan M Rogers Fri, 04/10/2026 - 07:41

Nominated by student employees, the Student Employee Supervisor of the Year program recognizes supervisors who demonstrate an exceptional commitment to mentoring, supporting and developing student employees.

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Beverly Kingston, Samuel Ramsey awarded for advancing societal impact

Megan M Rogers — Thu, 09 Apr 2026 19:57:02 +0000

Beverly Kingston, Samuel Ramsey awarded for advancing societal impact Megan M Rogers Thu, 04/09/2026 - 13:57

Two �鶹��Ƶ researchers are among the recipients of the 2026 Center for Advancing Research Impact in Society Awards, which recognize outstanding research with societal impact.

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�鶹��Ƶ convening university leaders to share sustainability, facilities strategies

Megan M Rogers — Wed, 08 Apr 2026 20:28:01 +0000

�鶹��Ƶ convening university leaders to share sustainability, facilities strategies Megan M Rogers Wed, 04/08/2026 - 14:28

�鶹��Ƶ will host senior facilities and infrastructure leaders from universities across the United States and Canada April 9–10 for the West Region Higher Education Facilities Forum, a peer network focused on advancing campus infrastructure, capital planning and sustainability. The annual gathering will bring higher education facilities leaders together to exchange best practices, lessons learned and explore practical solutions.

As the 2026 host, �鶹��Ƶ will share updates on campus initiatives, including space optimization, sustainability and decarbonization efforts, facilities operations and capital construction, through presentations, campus tours and peer roundtable discussions.

“Bringing peer institutions together will create valuable opportunities to share lessons learned and accelerate progress on complex challenges like campus decarbonization and infrastructure modernization,” said Chris Ewing, vice chancellor for infrastructure and resilience. “These conversations will help universities develop practical strategies that strengthen facilities operations today while preparing campuses for the future.”

The forum’s peer-focused format will foster open exchange and relationship-building among institutions facing similar operational challenges. By convening the group, �鶹��Ƶ will support regional collaboration aimed at advancing more efficient, sustainable and forward-looking campuses.

Hosting the forum will reflect �鶹��Ƶ’s continued commitment to sharing knowledge, learning from peer institutions and advancing infrastructure solutions that benefit the campus community and higher education more broadly.

Senior facilities and infrastructure leaders will gather on campus to share strategies related to decarbonization, capital planning and campus operations.

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�鶹��Ƶ honors 2026 Student Employees of the Year

Megan M Rogers — Tue, 07 Apr 2026 20:12:09 +0000

�鶹��Ƶ honors 2026 Student Employees of the Year Megan M Rogers Tue, 04/07/2026 - 14:12

Learn about this year's Student Employee of the Year recipients, with two students earning national recognition and one named the Overall National Student Employee of the Year.

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�鶹��Ƶ, CSU join forces to share research facilities

Megan M Rogers — Mon, 06 Apr 2026 18:44:56 +0000

�鶹��Ƶ, CSU join forces to share research facilities Megan M Rogers Mon, 04/06/2026 - 12:44

The strategic partnership enables �鶹��Ƶ and Colorado State University to pursue new funding opportunities together and enhances the collective economic impact of research in the state.

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�鶹��Ƶ providing free upgrade to Transit Royale app

Megan M Rogers — Mon, 06 Apr 2026 18:24:06 +0000

�鶹��Ƶ providing free upgrade to Transit Royale app Megan M Rogers Mon, 04/06/2026 - 12:24

�鶹��Ƶ students, faculty and staff now have access to Transit Royale, the premium version of the Transit app, at no cost through a partnership between Transportation Services and the Environmental Center (E-Center).

Transit is �鶹��Ƶ’s recommended mobile app for tracking Buff Buses and navigating transit options across Boulder and beyond. With this new agreement, the campus community receives a free upgrade to Transit Royale, unlocking additional features that make it easier to get around.

What is Transit?

The Transit app is a free mobile application that provides real-time information to help riders plan trips and track buses, as well as other local transportation options like RTD and BCycle. At �鶹��Ƶ, Transit is widely used to:

Track Buff Buses in real time
View live arrival times and route maps
Plan trips across campus and the Boulder area
Receive service alerts and updates

What does Transit Royale add?

Transit Royale is the premium version of the app, now available at no cost to the �鶹��Ƶ community. It unlocks additional tools, including:

Full regional transit access beyond the Buff Bus system
Unlimited schedules for future trip planning
Expanded trip planning with more route options
Personalized themes, icons and avatars
Optional leaderboards and achievements through Transit’s GO feature
Early access to new features as they are released

Supporting sustainable transportation

Providing free access to Transit Royale supports �鶹��Ƶ’s efforts to make transportation more accessible, reliable and sustainable. Real-time tracking and expanded trip-planning tools help reduce uncertainty and make it easier to choose transit.

How to get started

Download the Transit app from the App Store or Google Play, or update to the latest version. When opened on campus, the Transit Royale upgrade will be applied automatically—no payment or code required.

To learn more, visit the Transit App page.

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Call for nominations: 2026–27 Distinguished Research Lectureship

Megan M Rogers — Mon, 06 Apr 2026 14:44:56 +0000

Call for nominations: 2026–27 Distinguished Research Lectureship Megan M Rogers Mon, 04/06/2026 - 08:44

The Distinguished Research Lectureship is among the highest honors bestowed by the faculty upon a �鶹��Ƶ colleague. Nominations are due May 18.

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�鶹��Ƶ aligns with city drought guidance, emphasizes water stewardship across campus

Megan M Rogers — Fri, 03 Apr 2026 12:16:25 +0000

�鶹��Ƶ aligns with city drought guidance, emphasizes water stewardship across campus Megan M Rogers Fri, 04/03/2026 - 06:16

The city of Boulder has entered a drought watch and is asking the community to take voluntary steps to reduce water use. As record hot and dry weather persists across the Front Range, �鶹��Ƶ supports these efforts to help preserve water this spring.

The campus is working diligently to conserve water where possible while also maintaining green spaces that provide important health, recreation and community benefits.

Where campus irrigation comes from

A vast majority of �鶹��Ƶ’s irrigation uses ditch water—non-potable, raw water—that is not part of the city of Boulder’s water supply. These water rights were granted to the university when the university was founded. While not subject to the city’s current drought guidance, the university is committed to using all water resources responsibly—applying water efficiently, minimizing waste and prioritizing long-term sustainability and stewardship of this state resource.

“Regardless of the source of our campus irrigation, we approach all water use with care, focusing on efficiency, minimizing waste and making decisions that reflect long-term sustainability and stewardship,” said Jonathan Akins, campus civil engineer with Planning, Design and Construction.

The university does have a limited area of campus where irrigation is supplied by the city, and is delaying the use of potable (treated drinking) water for irrigation of lawns and turf in those areas until May 1 in line with city recommendations.

Smart irrigation and water stewardship

�鶹��Ƶ has invested significantly in systems and practices that support efficient water use across campus, including:

Advanced irrigation controls that adjust watering based on weather conditions
Soil moisture monitoring to prevent overwatering
Nighttime irrigation schedules to reduce evaporation
Ongoing system checks to identify and fix leaks or inefficiencies

The Outdoor Services team at �鶹��Ƶ uses all of these tools to make informed decisions about when to irrigate areas of campus, and for how long.

“We evaluate these systems and the conditions on the ground daily, adjusting campus irrigation in real time,” said Ryan Heiland, assistant director of Outdoor Services. “The goal is to be as efficient as possible, using only the water that’s needed to maintain healthy landscapes that support accessibility and community use.”

Campus irrigation typically occurs between 9 p.m. and 7 a.m. However, community members may still see sprinklers operating in some areas during daytime hours when Outdoor Services is able to conduct system maintenance, safety checks or to ensure irrigation systems are functioning efficiently and not wasting water.

�鶹��Ƶ will continue to monitor conditions and coordinate with city partners as drought conditions evolve—working to conserve water while maintaining a safe, sustainable and vibrant campus environment.

What you can do

While there are currently no mandatory restrictions, early action can help avoid the need for stricter water use measures. �鶹��Ƶ encourages students, faculty and staff to support water conservation efforts by:

Prioritizing water for trees and essential plants
Using water efficiently indoors and fixing leaks
Being mindful of everyday water use

Find more tips on the city of Boulder’s water conservation webpage

The university supports voluntary conservation measures while continuing responsible water management across campus.

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