SUSTAINABILITY
USC students revive local canyon and its community
Last year’s land care team won the $5,000 reward from the 2025 Pando Sustainability Awards for their restoration work.
USC weighs carbon offsets and sustainability progress amid budget constraints
The University is assessing whether it successfully met its goal to reduce certain carbon emissions by fiscal year 2025.
Marshall Earth Day panel discusses climate future
The panel discussed impact of Trump administration’s policies on climate change.
USC sustainability leaders talk goals post Folt’s tenure
A panel of University leaders spoke at the fourth Student Sustainability Town Hall.
Arnold Schwarzenegger speaks at USC-hosted climate summit
The event aimed to adjust climate change messaging to make more of an impact.
USC reaches 50% climate neutrality
The University reduced its water usage by 25% at the end of the 2024 fiscal year.
USC Facilities implements revamped waste bins
The Planning and Management team allocated more space to disposing of compost.
Jane Fonda champions climate activism
Climate experts spoke with faculty at Annenberg Hall about political engagement.
Attendees vocalize frustration over USC links to fossil fuel industry at research forum
Participants questioned the ethics of fossil fuel funding during the heated panel.
USC kicks off Earth Month with annual sustainability report
USC acknowledges past achievements and looks forward to future goals.
University reaches new sustainability goal
USC received a gold star sustainability rating for 2023, up from silver in 2021.
EcoDorm cleans, furnishes sustainably
The climate justice-oriented organization revamps used dorm items to foster equity.