sustainability

Apr 25, 2012

Green Project Grows

Students put the finishing touches on Phase II of an ambitious project to convert the area between two residence halls into a green oasis. See the results. 

Apr 24, 2012

Compound from Wild Tomatoes is Natural, Effective Herbicide

A naturally occurring compound derived from wild tomato plants is also a fast-acting, nontoxic herbicide, according to researchers at North Carolina State University. NC State entomologist Dr. Mike Roe had previously worked with the compound – known as 2-undecanone – as a natural replacement for the chemical DEET in insect repellents. Both he and his NC State… 

Apr 23, 2012

NC State a Bicycle-Friendly Campus

NC State has been named a bicycle-friendly campus. 

Apr 19, 2012

Used Fryer Oil Converted to Fuel

Engineering students are taking used fryer oil from two campus dining facilities and converting it into biodiesel fuel for tractors and other off-road equipment. 

Apr 18, 2012

Green State

The Princeton Review has named NC State one of the nation's most environmentally friendly universities. 

Apr 17, 2012

NC State Charges Ahead

Drivers of electric vehicles can fill 'er up for free at three charging stations on the NC State campus. 

Apr 16, 2012

Diesel Technologies Drastically Cut Emissions in Real-World Conditions

New research from North Carolina State University shows that federal requirements governing diesel engines of new tractor trailer trucks have resulted in major cuts in emissions of particulate matter (PM) and nitrogen oxides (NOx) – pollutants that have significant human health and environmental impacts. 

Apr 12, 2012

A Map For Navigating Sustainable Energy Incentives

“Renewable energy” and “energy efficiency” have become key terms in the home-owner’s lexicon – whether you’re buying a new house or renovating an old one. And the bewildering array of local, state and federal policies make it difficult to know whether you could be getting a rebate or tax incentive to install those solar panels… 

Apr 10, 2012

Campus Goes Green for Earth Day

NC State has a lot to smile about this Earth Day, including significant savings in water and energy costs. Find a fun event to enjoy on campus. 

Mar 1, 2012

Turning Green Into Gold

Miniature rain gardens, occupancy sensors and bike racks help NC State achieve its first LEED gold rating. Check out the other super sustainable features in the newly remodeled Student Health Center. 

Feb 29, 2012

Green Brick Nominations Open

There's a new name for a campus sustainability award. Find out more about the Green Brick. 

Feb 14, 2012

Sustainability, College Athletics Don’t Always Connect

Large college athletics departments talk the talk when it comes to concern for the environment and environmental sustainability, but only a small percentage of these departments actually walk the walk in making their operations “greener.” It turns out there’s a large disconnect between athletics departments and other campus departments charged with advancing environmental sustainability, says… 

Dec 12, 2011

New Dye Will Lead To More Efficient Solar Energy Technology

A North Carolina State University invention has significant potential to improve the efficiency of solar cells and other technologies that derive energy from light. 

Nov 17, 2011

Study Details Links Between Climate, Groundwater Availability – Will Help Water Managers Prepare For Drought

Everyone knows that climate affects our water supply, but new research from North Carolina State University gives scientists and water-resource managers an unprecedented level of detail on how climate and precipitation influence groundwater and surface water levels in the Southeast. 

Sep 15, 2011

Students build landscape legacy

NC State landscape architecture students have left their mark on the university campus.