Iowa State University’s campus-wide commitment to sustainability is implemented through the Live Green initiative, launched in 2008. The initiative encourages all students, faculty and staff to actively engage in creating a greener, more sustainable campus. Guided by the principle of meeting present needs without compromising future generations, Live Green fosters environmental, economic and social sustainability across campus operations and initiatives. Collectively these efforts ensure ISU’s commitment in working toward a sustainable future.
SAVE THE DATES! 2025 Symposium on Sustainability, Feb. 24-25 (including Sustainapalooza). Celebrate with us!

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Defining Sustainability
Achieving true sustainability requires the comprehensive and simultaneous integration of environmental, economic and societal components. Each component supports and influences the others, and only by addressing them collectively can we ensure sustainable solutions.
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Iowa State University faculty and staff support leadership for sustainability
AMES, Iowa – Iowa State University faculty and staff have a strong commitment to on-campus sustainability efforts, according to a survey conducted by Iowa State researchers.
January 09, 2025
Sustainability Events Calendar
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Valentines Pop-Up Art Shop
10:00 pm to Feb 14, 2:00 pm -
Mini Workshop: Birdseed Ornaments
6:00 pm to 8:00 pm -
Great Backyard Bird Count
8:30 am to 10:00 am -
Dance Marathon
9:00 am to 10:00 pm
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