Friday is World Vegetarian Day

Eating less meat is one of the most significant ways an individual can reduce their environmental impact while also improving their own health.

Sept. 22 is World Car Free Day

World Car Free Day, which encourages individuals to eliminate the use of their car for a day, will be celebrated on Sept. 22.

Back-to-school BBQ limits waste

The UNMC back-to-school barbecue took place two weeks ago, welcoming students and staff back to campus.

Hot water vs. steam for heating

Using hot water for heating is driving energy efficiencies and savings.

Takeaways from the report on climate change

Earth is on track to cross the critical 1.5°C threshold within 20 years.

National Honey Bee Day

This Saturday, Aug. 21, is National Honey Bee Day.

Shutting the fume hood sash saves energy

If you spend time in a lab, you have an opportunity to help reduce a significant amount of energy during the hot summer months — and all year round. Fume hoods that are left open when not in use consume the same amount of…

Med center receives Better Buildings Award

UNMC and Nebraska Medicine have been awarded the 2021 Better Buildings Goal Achiever Award.

Energy curtailment continues

This week is another hot one, and the medical center has been and will continue to be in and out of curtailment throughout the summer.

Design guidelines improve sustainability

Changes in designing, constructing and operating spaces will help the med center reach its 2030 sustainability goals.