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7th Annual CSO Summit & Symposium

April 5

"Building Consensus in an Election Year." A premier networking event in sustainable business, CSOSS is designed for corporate executives, sustainability professionals, investment managers, government policymakers, community leaders, NGO activists, leading researchers, and university students from across every economic sector and academic discipline.

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Mangrove Planting with ECO

April 6, 1-4 pm

Student Government ECO Agency, in partnership with Coral Gables Vice Mayor, Rhonda Anderson, and Miami Dade County Artist in Residence, Xavier Cortada, will be planting mangroves along one of our canals. Mangroves have long been described as the best natural buffer against sea level rise and storm surge impacts. Volunteering opportunities are limited.

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U Conserve

 April 1-30

FACULTY AND STAFF: Join us in our mission to reduce paper waste with the UConserve campaign this April! Throughout the month, you'll be able to track your progress on our dashboard which will be updated weekly. The winning team will be rewarded with a delightful sustainable goodie bag for their eco-conscious efforts!

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For What It's Earth…

April 1, 1-2:30 pm

Don't miss the new ECO Agency series "For What It's Earth…" This first session will focus on "How You Can Celebrate Earth Month as a College Student." Pass by the Westbrook Walkway to tell your story, play fun green games and earn free sustainable goodies!

All About Microplastics

April 2, 1-3 pm

Pass by the ECO table at the Breezeway to learn about the impacts of microplastics on our oceans ecosystems and our health. Play ECO's Trivia game, get an infographics hand out, and a FREE reusable grocery bag and water bottle!

Sustainability Panel

April 11, 9:30 am-6:30 pm

The University of Miami School of Education and Human Development’s Sport Administration Program is hosting its ninth annual Global Sport Industry Conference (SIC). The panelists for the 3rd panel "Green Future Forum" at 12.30 pm will be Cynthia Miller, Director of Health, Safety, and Environment for Miami Dolphins; Michael Prairie, Director of Sustainability and Business Optimization for Florida Panthers; and Zach Ruiz, Sustainability Manager of Kaseya Center.

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Butterfly Garden 101

April 12, 5-6 pm

Come learn about butterfly garden design with Giselle Jordan, Master Gardener at the Miami Dade IFAS extension. Join us in room 250 of the Campos Sano Building (1300 Campo Sano Ave, map).

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Volunteer with the Butler!

April 13-20
  • Saturday, April 13 - Mystery Service Trip! 
  • Wednesday, April 17 - Environmental Volunteer Fair
  • Saturday, April 20 - Surfrider Beach Clean Up
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Environmental History Week

April 21-28
Environmental History Week is a volunteer-run, international celebration of environmental history with events organized by environmental historians of all stripes for all audiences.
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Miami Clean Energy Summit

April 15, 8 am-5 pm

The University of Miami Clean Energy Summit is poised to be a pivotal event, underscoring Miami's growing role as a hub for clean energy innovation, sustainable practices, and resilience against climate change. The summit will bring together a diverse array of participants from academia, state and federal governments, local community stakeholders, and the energy sector, all converging in Miami. 

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Arbor Day Concert

April 18 at 6 pm

The University has been recognized as a Tree Campus USA by the nationally renown organization Arbor Day Foundation for the tenth consecutive year! The program will start on April 18 at 6 pm, at the Arboretum Stone Circle, with our land acknowledgement, don't miss the free concert from Frost School of Music artist Jasmine Harris and her band. Finger food will be served. Event sponsored by the Gifford Arboretum.

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Adopt a Plant with ECO

April 16, 1-3 pm

Learn about local native ecosystems and edibles. Pass by the Breezeway and register for one of ECO' s planting events in April. ECO will be giving away plants that were grown on the on-campus grow walls!

Honey, it’s sunny!

April 18, 3-5 pm, Lakeside Canopy

As a summer send off, students can learn about the benefits of reef-safe sunscreen and grab their own! Additionally, in support of Florida’s pollinators, students can taste a variety of local honey. Pass by the ECO Table a the Lakeside Canopy between 3-5 pm!

Bee Keeping 101 at Richter

April 23, 1-2 pm

Ray Santamaria is the proud owner of honeybee colonies certified by the Apiary Division of the Florida Dpt of Agriculture and Consumer Services. Come share Ray's passion, and learn the basics of bee keeping with the experts! 

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Social Ideas Challenge

April 18, 1 pm

The Social Ideas Challenge contest will take place on April 18, 1 pm at eMerge Americas in Miami Beach. The HUC Social Ideas Challenge (SIC) is a contest developed by the Hemispheric University Consortium and the Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, which seeks to promote entrepreneurship with social impact through university communities. Learn more!

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Visit to FPL Miami-Dade Solar Energy Center

April 24, 11 am - 12 pm

The FPL SolarTogether program, which is one of the nation’s largest solar energy programs, provides organizations like the University of Miami, the opportunity to help reduce energy costs and achieve sustainability goals – on its journey to Carbon Neutrality. Join us on a tour of FPL’s Miami-Dade Solar Energy Center in SW Miami-Dade. Spots are limited and first come, first served. Address and additional details including carpooling option will be provided in a confirmation email once you RSVP. Note: Personal Protective Equipment (hard hat, safety glasses) will be provided by FPL at the site. You must wear long pants and flat, closed-toe shoes for our safety. There are no restrooms on the site. Please plan accordingly.

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'Canes Day of Service

April 20, 9 am-12 pm

Join our team of alumni and students for a day of planting and gardening at the U! Small groups of volunteers will help beautify various green spaces of the Coral Gables campus. Student Government ECO Agency, in partnership with Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden will be planting a Florida Native Butterfly Garden! Bring closed shoes, a hat, a reusable bottle and some elbow grease! Volunteering opportunities are limited.

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EARTH DAY FAIR

April 22, 10:30 am-2 pm

On April 22 from 10:30 am-2 pm, pass by the Lakeside Patio, learn about the great work that students, faculty, staff, vendors, and community partners are doing to make this Planet and this University a better, greener place! Don't miss Artist Xavier Cortada Underwater HOA installation on the Eaton green!

The Student Government ECO Agency invite all students and UM community members to pass by their activation table for a special green giveaway, and FREE food truck vouchers!

Resilience in the Built and Natural Environments

April 24, 9 am-5 pm

The built and natural environments are critical for our efforts to build resilience. Smart land-use, robust infrastructure and healthy ecosystem services are key capacities of equitable, sustainable and resilient communities. Many South Florida projects are deploying nature-based responses for infrastructure and officials are considering modifications to zoning and building regulations to reduce vulnerability and risk. 

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The GREEN Games

April 25, 5-7 pm, Lakeside Patio

Founded in 2012, ECO Agency is the umbrella organization under Student Government that has been promoting sustainable living at the U and left a legacy of green projects all over campus. The GREEN Games Award ceremony is a competition where student orgs will volunteer to design sustainability projects, create sustainable artworks, and get involved off campus to earn points. On April 25, teams will present their works and projects. The award ceremony will include a keynote speaker and catered food. Learn more, contact ECO Agency!

Native Planting with ECO

April 28, 1-3 pm

Student Government ECO Agency, in partnership with Miami Dade County Artist in Residence Xavier Cortada will be planting a native butterfly garden along one of our canals. This natural ecosystem will promote biodiversity, mental health and wellbeing on our campus. Volunteering opportunities are limited.

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Compost 101

April 29, 4:30-5:30 pm

Composting is the next evolution of recycling. Redirecting food waste from landfills create less methane, while returning nutrients from food scrap to the soil through compost application in your vegetable garden.

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Earth Month in the Community

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