Crockett High School students stand with their teacher, Mr. Bugge, before the barn build begins.
Every year, the Bright Green Future Grants Program receives dozens of inspiring applications…
I’m helping to make Austin Net-Zero by providing a sustainable protein source that reduces water usage, land consumption, and greenhouse gas emissions.
Meet our latest Net-Zero Hero: Eli Halpern. Eli holds many titles. He’s a mixed martial artist, comedian, and musician who has channeled his diverse talents into promoting sustainable nutrition. After trying a barbecued scorpion abroad, Eli…
I’m helping to make Austin Net-Zero by bridging the connection between people and nature, social justice, and collective healing!
Meet our latest Net-Zero Hero: Starla Simmons. Starla is a dedicated social worker, eco-therapist, and professor at The University of Texas at Austin. With over 15 years of experience, Starla has led the way regionally in integrating nature-based practices into social work, emphasizing the vital connecti…
We’re excited to announce that the Office of Sustainability has officially become the Office of Climate Action and Resilience! This change better reflects the work we do every day — helping Austin prepare for and respond to the chall…
I’m helping to make Austin Net-Zero by providing a place where health and community thrive — and helping others do the same in their neighborhoods.
Eduardo "Wayo" Longoria, co-founder of Casa de Luz, has been a pioneer in fostering health and community through sustainable, plant-based dining in Austin since 1991 — and we’re proud to i…
Are we experiencing a winter wonderland or a winter wasteland?
If you need motivation to have a sustainable holiday, consider this: every year, at least 12,500 tons of holiday decorations, 141,525 tons of food packaging, and 30,000 tons of holiday cards end up in landfills. Imagine the numbers when considering gift packaging, food waste, and unused gifts. All of these contributions to holiday waste are entirely avoidable. Follow these tips to help support a greener holiday season.
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I’m helping to make Austin Net-Zero by giving away over 100,000 secondhand garments a year for free — from the Austin community back to the Austin community.
Meet our newest Net-Zero Hero: Kelley Rytlewski! Founder of Heartening, Kelley is on a mission to take meaningful action to reduce waste, connect community, and build a more sustainable future in Austin. Wh…
The 2023 Resilience Mini Grants Program awarded $78,000 in funding to support community organizations that play key roles in community preparedness, recovery, and response to extreme weather events. The program aimed to support the important work of community organizations and build bridges between the City and community-facing groups. Recipients were selected based on their project proposal, past success in building resilience in Austin, and their lived experience connecting them to their work.
After one year, recipients reported the results of their awards. Overall, 26 projects were funded, and over 20,000 community members benefited. Examples of awar…
Throughout this fall, members of the Office of Sustainability team have had the opportunity to join other national and global climate leaders in events centered on learning from one another, sharing challenges, and celebrating successes. These opportunities offer the Office of Sustainability a chance to share our work on a larger scale and develop lasting relationships with those in similar roles, all working towards a more just and sustainable future. Read on to hear about where we’ve been!
Representing at New York Climate Week
This September, Chief Sustainability Officer Zach Baumer was invited to present on a panel as part of…
I’m helping to make Austin Net-Zero by transforming discarded materials into vibrant art and empowering community through creativity.
Meet our newest Net-Zero Hero: Carmen Rangel. Carmen is a community artist and co-founder of …