Environment

Keeping Tempe cool: The role of urban greening and decreasing impacts of extreme heat

A look into the impacts of urban heating and what resources are available to students to help mitigate the consequences.  

By Kate Gore | November 19, 2024

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Tempe Town Lake's impact on ASU after 25 years

A look into how Tempe Town Lake has impacted ASU 25 years after its opening.

By Audrey Lippert | November 4, 2024

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The sustainable innovation paradox: How technology consumption shapes the future

While innovation is often seen as a positive force, experts suggest that there are limits, especially in regards to the environment.

By Anushvi Arora | October 27, 2024

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Charlie Kirk's Brainwashed Tour stops at ASU with special guests Bryce Hall and George Janko

Charlie Kirk debates with ASU students on Oct. 17 outside of Memorial Union. 

By Senna James and Natalia Jarrett | October 20, 2024

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Mushroom mayhem: growing edible mushrooms with the Shroom Society

The Shroom Society at ASU teaches students how to grow edible mushrooms while fostering a fun community.

By Audrey Lippert | October 3, 2024

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'Underconsumption core' influences ASU students to live more intentionally, sustainably

ASU students offer their take on the 'Underconsumption Core' trend

By Kasturi Tale | September 4, 2024

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The cost of fitting in: The phenomenon of fast fashion and overconsumption in college

Overconsumption of fashion has become a major trend in ASU students' lives, how is it impacting campus culture?

By Gib Manrique | March 4, 2024

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State Press Play: With age, comes new wisdom and friends

Join hosts Tyler Abrams and Tate Daniels for this week's episode of State Press Play. Tune in to hear about intergenerational friendships, a freshman gymnast who is making a name for herself and an environmental sustainability club at ASU. New episodes weekly.

By Tyler Abrams , Tate Daniels and Nate Gyore | February 17, 2024

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ASU club fights climate change, environmental harm with sustainable habits

The EARTH Club aims to teach students environmentally conscious alternatives and DIYs to help students reduce their ecological footprint. 

By Senna James | February 14, 2024

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Passion for fashion: Secondhand resellers take over campus

ASU students and resellers discuss thrifting, reselling and the way they foster community.

By Eleri Mosier | February 14, 2024

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Pacific and Indian Ocean Island nations unite against climate change through music and art

Small Island Big Song concert tour harmonizes diverse voices against climate change.

By Kasturi Tale and Emily Fox-Million | February 8, 2024

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The LibrES Project: Interdisciplinary approach to ending gendered violence in El Salvador

The LibrES project brings multiple facets of ASU into a partnership, funded by a $35 million grant, to help end gender-based violence in El Salvador. 

By Sophia Ramirez | January 23, 2024

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ASU senior's electric vehicle charging startup could revolutionize access to EVs in Arizona

ASU senior Max Bregman plans to take the Arizona electric vehicle space by storm with his year-old startup, BreatheEV.

By Mia Osmonbekov | January 23, 2024

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State Press Play: calls for a ceasefire and ASU's sustainability

Welcome to the latest season of State Press Play with new hosts Tyler Abrams and Abby Bessinger. Tune in to hear Students for Justice in Palestine at ASU call for a ceasefire, as well as the state of ASU's sustainability going into 2024. New episodes every Friday.

By Tyler Abrams and Abby Bessinger | January 19, 2024

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Not 'pollen' your leg: The impact of pesticides on the honey bee crisis

While awareness of the honey bee population crisis has been growing, experts believe that many people have been focusing on the wrong causes of the issue. Rather, pesticides have the biggest impact.

By Hunter Rhea | November 21, 2023

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ASU event highlights diverse stories and ongoing projects in climate justice

Diversity and climate justice were at the forefront of the event held at the Walton Center on Monday by The 19th*

By Sophia Ramirez | November 14, 2023

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New FORCE Lab at ASU features national firsts in high-pressure research

The FORCE Lab, in the midst of final mechanical preparations, discusses potential experiments and the benefits of its open access policy.

By Dimitra Manatou | October 9, 2023

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Tempe Rain to Roots program seeks public opinion on green stormwater infrastructure

Tempe is asking residents to help tailor its new green infrastructure with the Rain to Roots Ambassador Program. 

By Ghadiel Navarrete | September 25, 2023

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Tempe plans to save water by cutting grass

Tempe is investing in turf reduction to conserve water conservation in grassy landscapes, including parks, yards and more. 

By Phineas Hogan | September 21, 2023

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Tempe entertainment district could use over one million gallons of water daily

The proposed Coyotes arena and entertainment district would be built on Tempe land without access to city's main water supply and use up to 1.09 million gallons of water per day.

By Alex Wakefield | April 27, 2023

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