Green Liaisons

Join a team of environmentally minded people at the U, become a Green Liaison!

The Green Liaison program is meant to bring sustainability focused events and resources to staff and faculty. Participants' efforts in making the U a greener community are greatly appreciated! Subscribe now!

Green Liaison's mission:                                                     

  • Raise awareness about sustainable living and Green U events listed in the Green U Newsletter
  • Act as informational channels regarding UM sustainability programs and initiatives (ex: Green Office, Green Lab, Green Events…)
  • Identify and initiate environmental projects in academic and administrative units across the University.


Thank you to everyone who joined our Green Liaisons Lunch and Learn today!
Attendees harvested Everglades tomatoes, Katuk, Cuban Oregano and
lemon grass for our outdoor cooking demonstration! The salad and teas were quite tasty!

Don't miss the events from our GREEN LIAISON SUMMER calendar!

 



Life changing habits for the Planet!
Get inspired by some our Facilities team green champions: Manny Diaz (Bike to work);
 Son Vo (Mass transit is the way!); Johnny Lamb (All about Bonsai!)

“Green Liaison of the Semester” Award:

  • The “Green Liaison of the Semester” award will highlight the achievements of staff or faculty members who go above and beyond.
  • To participate, Green Liaisons are invited to download the Get Green App which will serve as our tracking platform. The Get Green App notifies you on a daily basis on how to make sustainable choices in your daily life, at home and at work. The more green actions you complete, the more “leaves”you win!
  • The green liaison with the most leaves at the end of the semester, will become our “Green Liaison of the Semester”!

Green Liaison Luncheon:

  • Each semester, Green U aims to bring Green Liaisons together for a social event of networking, connection, and reflection on the program. This time will also serve as an announcement of the “Green Liaison of the Semester.”

Join the program and receive updates from Green U regarding Green Liaison specific events and opportunities. Subscribe now!

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  • Sustainable Living 101

    Going green doesn't have to stop when you clock out or finish your classes; in fact, some of the most impactful changes happen right in your own kitchen and backyard. Join us for this webinar where we’ll explore how to transform your home into a sustainable sanctuary using accessible, local resources and eco-friendly products. The Sustainable Living 101 webinar is designed to promote and support environmental stewardship by engaging individuals in best practices to enhance efficiency, conserve resources, and reduce household waste.
    Register to the next Sustainable Living 101: visit our Events Calendar

  • Green Liaison Resources

    WASTE DIVERSION Resources:

    • Toner Cartrige Recycling 
      Recycling toner cartridges on behalf of your office is made simple by Staples’ free return labels and thanks to the Richter Library Front Desk staff who take toner cartridge drop offs from any office on campus. Learn more

    • Re-Use Store / Office Supply Donations
      Need to get rid of unused office supplies? Reach out to GreenU for these items to be brought to the “Re-Use Store,” where other faculty and staff can request items for their office. At the end of each fiscal year, unclaimed items are brought the Ocean Bank Education Fund that distributes these items to schoolteachers in Miami-Dade County. Learn more

    • Battery Recycling
      If you have batteries to recycle but don’t know how, establish a spot for battery recycling in your office and reach out to GreenU to schedule a pickup. Learn more

    • Electronic Waste Recycling
      Looking to dispose of personal electronics? Look no further than the tech hub at the Campus Store. The tech hub has an e-waste recycling cart from campus vendor E-scrap. It’s as easy as dropping off your items. Learn more

    • Surplus Warehouse
      If your office needs new furniture, don’t forget to reach out to the Surplus Store to purchase gently used furniture that was previously used in other areas of campus.
      Contact UM Surplus Warehouse


    TRANSPORTATION

    • If you are looking to take public transportation to work, remember to check the Parking & Transportation site to take advantage of employee discounts.

     
    NATURE CONSERVATION:

    • Check the GreenU events calendar to register for the next Garden Volunteer Hour in the Sustainability Garden on the Coral Gables campus!
    • Keep an eye out for additional rotating, nature-related events such as our Bonsai 101, Compost 101, Water Conservation 101, and more.
    • If you are interested in obtaining a plot in the sustainability garden for yourself or your office, reach out to GreenU@miami.edu regarding current availability.

     

    PROGRAMS:

     

    Webinars & Workshops:

    Looking to boost your sustainability education? Look no further than the GreenU events calendar, full of workshops,  in person events, and webinars such as:

    • Green Living 101 - where you can learn about implementing sustainability practices into your life and at home.
    • Sustainable Food and Diet 101 - This webinar will help you understand the relationship between our food system and the planet, as well as between our diet choices and climate change.

  • Green Liaisons initiatives at work

    Big kudos to the 'Canes Central team! They are now part of the Green Office certified community! They even reached Platinum by adding new ideas to our checklist, educational games on recycling in the kitchen, promotion of the Green U site on QRCodes at each desk, reusable tote bags and utensils for each employee... Special thanks to their Green Liaison, Samantha Valea. 

  • UM Community Garden


    BOOK YOUR GARDEN LOT NOW!
    Staff members who don't have access to a garden at home have a chance to book a small plot in the Sustainability Garden, and start planning for the growing season. This arrangement allows participants who live in condos or townhouses to express their green thumb passion, and even try some edibles from their home country! Contact greenu@miami.edu to book your plot (first come, first served)

    VOLUNTEERING HOUR
    The Sustainability Garden in the Arboretum have a monthly maintenance hour on Thursdays, 4.30-5.30 pm: Visit our Events page to rsvp. All UM community members can help. Weeding, mulching, inspecting, rearranging, adding soil, ... we have a lot to do to make sure our garden is thriving! Thanks in advance for your help.

    MILLER GARDEN

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  • Libraries Well-Being Collective

    The Well-Being Collective is a University of Miami Libraries’ employee resource group whose mission is to provide library employees with experiential opportunities to promote health and well-being. By practicing beneficial ways to cope with the stresses of work and life, this group also seeks to deepen connections between library employees, build community, and cultivate morale. Learn more

  • Green Office and Green Labs teams

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