the Ginkgo
the Ginkgo
a multimedia platform for all things sustainability at
Susquehanna university
Browse our articles, videos, and photography collections to gain a deeper appreciation and understanding for the Earth we all live on.
Global sustainability starts with a single person, and we want everyone to learn how to incorporate the environment into their lives to achieve personal, social, and environmental sustainability!
FEATURED ARTICLES:
FEATURED ARTICLES:
YOUR METAL STRAW
WON'T SAVE THE ENVIRONMENT
When our planet is being destroyed by over-consuming resources, does it really make sense that we would save the planet through consuming more new resources, even though those products are slapped with a "green" label? Read on to find a major flaw in the ways we're all told to support the planet!
To find out more about sustainability on campus, check out Susquehanna University's website and discover exciting projects like the campus gardens, freshwater research initiative, solar panel field, and the Shakespearian edible garden!
Sustainability can be Applied to Anything!
Normally the first thing that comes to mind when you hear about sustainability is recycling or using metal straws, and while that can be part of it, sustainability is a concept that's important for every aspect of society, from politics to architecture to economics. It's not just about stopping global warming, it's about balancing environmental protection with social justice to meet our needs for the present and the future.
