Stories about sustainability

Lehigh students and Bethlehem community collaborate to address persistent waste challenges.

The student-led Permaculture Revolution is actively cultivating sustainable change throughout the Lehigh Valley.

Josie Krepps ’24 will present her findings at the 2024 David and Lorraine Freed Undergraduate Research Symposium.

Santiago, who spent part of her childhood in South Bethlehem, will discuss the climate crisis and alternatives to the traditional electric system design on April 18.

Students catalog trees on the Asa Packer Campus and help Lehigh earn certification.

In the report's operations category, Lehigh scored 66% higher than the average of reporting peer institutions.

The recognition shows a dedication to the inclusion and preservation of green spaces on campus.

Customers receive an EcoCoin each time they decline a single-use plastic bag when making a purchase at Lehigh's bookstore.

The Climate Action Strategy establishes a goal of achieving net carbon neutrality by 2040.

The new platform helps address food waste and food insecurity on Lehigh's campus.