On Tuesday, the Office of Sustainability took a field trip to the NYC Food Waste Fair with dozens of vendors from restaurants, tech start-ups (including our very own Green Grant recipients, RISE) and City departments.
Check out some of the best moments!
(Photos by Dylan Garcia)
Ah, Summer. Whether you believe in climate change or not, we can all agree that it is HOT outside. On a scolding summer day, nothing sounds more refreshing to me than a cold scoop of ice cream. Afterall, who doesn’t like ice cream? It’s creamy, rich, and comes in so many interesting flavors! What’s not to like? Well, I sadly found the answer to that.
Summer is a great time to get outdoors; you can go hiking, swimming, biking—the list is endless. It’s also a great time to take a break, relax and enjoy a good movie with friends and family.
Dozens of movies and shows come to Netflix each month, and we picked out 5 new-to-Netflix features that engage in a conversation about the environment. Read more
Summer in New York City is famous for the sheer number of things going on. From foodie festivals to Fourth of July, it can be a little overwhelming to choose how to spend your free time after an internship or work.
Look no further as I searched Time Out’s and Facebook Daily event listings for July’s most sun-filled and sustainable activities.
NYC Park Foraging Tours
Take a hike with “Wildman” Steve Brill as he takes you on a tour of New York’s most popular parks to explore the art of foraging for edible vegetables, herbs, mushrooms and berries. Enjoy the great outdoors while picking up the week’s groceries.
Central Park- July 2, July 15, August 12
Prospect Park- July 9, July 22, August 13
Forest Park, Kew Gardens, Queens- July 4, July 29 Read more
Happy First Day of Summer! School is out, temperatures are climbing, and we’re all already having visions of beach days and barbecues. The next few months are going to be full of summer fun, but it is also crucial to continue living sustainably so that our global temperature doesn’t rise any further. Follow these tips for a sustainable summer!
