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University approves 10 Green Fund projects
The Green Fund gives one-time grants up to $50,000 to fund environmental proposals to increase the University’s sustainability. The project will also support Penn’s Climate Action Plan launched earlier this fall.
University seeks 'greener' buildings
Unlike other universities across the country, Penn has been active in monitoring the University’s buildings and their efficiency and making sure they perform at high standards.
Students compete in dirtiest room contest
Starting this week, college students around the country will be able to enter the Sierra Club’s “2 Dirty 4 College” photo contest. The Sierra Club will name one winner and award him or her a green cleaning service.
Penn Vet moos for ice cream
When students buy ice cream from the Uncommon Market under 1920 Commons Dining Hall, the cow that produced the milk for that ice cream is not far away.
Ceremony focuses on Annenberg Public Policy Center's design
The unique design of the new Annenberg Public Policy Center was the focus of a ribbon-cutting ceremony yesterday, which marked the building’s official opening. The project, which was funded by the Annenberg Foundation, was completed in August.
Buying club lets fresh food survive winter
When November arrives, farmers’ markets may lie fallow, but fresh produce is not entirely lost.
Bon Appetit teaches students to fish for healthier options
It’s time to go wild with salmon, according to Penn Dining.
Commons alive with sound of music
Diners can now listen to members of the Blutt College House Music Program’s jazz ensembles rehearse during dinner hours.
Penn alums develop more sustainable water bottle
Aakash Mathur, a 2009 Wharton alumnus, and Jay Parekh, a 2009 Engineering alumnus, are developing the prototype of the reusable Hydros Bottle. The bottle purifies water within about 20 seconds of being filled.
New Green Fund awards cash for sustainability projects
In an effort to include more students, faculty and staff in the University’s efforts to achieve carbon neutrality, Facilities and Real Estate Services and the Green Campus Partnership created the Green Fund last week.