Images of Endangered Plant Species
What springs to mind when you think of endangered species in the United States? Most people conjure images of fragile butterflies, rare birds and elusive prairie wolves. But hidden in Read More …
Category: Ecology
University Members Tour the High Acres Landfill
On November 22nd, Facilities Team Green and other members of the University toured the High Acres Landfill in Fairport. This 360-acre landfill was originally developed in 1971 and is owned Read More …
New Anti-icing System Can Reduce up to 80% of Salt Use
Walkways layered with snow will always be a dreary sight. However, the Horticulture and Grounds Department has implemented a new anti-icing system that reduces the amount of salt used while Read More …
University Partners with Innovative Farm
Dining Services integrates sustainability in many aspects from procurement to management of leftover food. More than 60 percent of all items sold and served on campus are grown, raised, processed, Read More …
Four Ways to Prevent the Spread of Invasive Species
Invasive species are not native to their location and can harm the ecosystems of their adopted homes. The Northeast United States is home to a variety of invasive plant and Read More …