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A recent study published by Dorceta Taylor from the School for Environment and Sustainability explores diversity in more than 2000 American environmental non-profit organizations from 2014-2016. The report examines the extent to which organizations report their demographic characteristics and diversity activities based on the Guidestar reporting system.
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A new University of Michigan-led study concluded that human-derived nitrogen pollution has a fertilizing effect promoting growths in Michigan’s sugar maple trees. However, the study concluded that Michiganders should expect decreased growth of sugar maples across the state due to warmer and drier weather conditions caused by global warming.
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The U-M Sustainable Food Program (UMSFP) Leadership Team is made up of UM student volunteers responsible for organizing classroom collaborations, supporting student food activities, and empowering fellow students towards creating more sustainable food systems at U-M. Applications for the 2018-2019 UMSFP Leadership team are now open to all students until February 22nd.
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A newly released report will help decision makers address the challenges and opportunities posed by Great Lakes water level variability. With a focus on Lakes Michigan and Huron, the report synthesizes the findings of multidisciplinary research teams who worked with local communities to identify practical, adaptive strategies to address issues facing shoreline property owners and managers. Public comments on the report are being solicited through March 3, 2018.
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This year, 34 masters and professional-degree students from 10 U-M schools and colleges were named Dow Sustainability Fellows. Each new Fellow will receive $20,000 for their studies and become part of a diverse and collaborative community. Each Masters/Professional Fellow will complete an interdisciplinary team project focused on developing collaborative and practical sustainability solutions in the real world.
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Clare Kucera is an undergraduate in the Program in the Environment (PitE) at U-M. With a part-time job working as a Planet Blue Student Leader, Kucera is getting real-world experience to complement her scholarly pursuits. She focuses on waste reduction and has been instrumental in numerous projects centered around composting and U-M dining.
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A U-M startup, May Mobility, has tested its bright green and white driverless shuttles on the public streets of downtown Detroit. May Mobility has already received $11.6 million in funding from private donors as well as local and Silicon Valley venture capital funds such as Maven, Tandem Capital and Trucks Venture Capital. The team plans to make their autonomous vehicles affordable and accessible for the average consumer.
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