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Mapping links between agribusiness and Amazon deforestation
Professor Holly Gibbs leads a team that is creating the world's first database documenting the soy and cattle industry's evolution in Brazil and how it relates to deforestation and land management decisions.
Related: After years of slowed clearing, the world’s growing appetite for soy and other crops is driving soaring deforestation in the Amazon basin.
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 UW researchers study dairy-energy-water link
A new grant from the USDA will support UW research on the relationships among dairy farm operations, water use and quality, and energy use.
candidate to share his or her vision for the position - See more at: http://news.wisc.edu/search-committee-chooses-3-finalists-for-uw-arboretum-director/#sthash.6mx85DIy.dpuf
candidate to share his or her vision for the position - See more at: http://news.wisc.edu/search-committee-chooses-3-finalists-for-uw-arboretum-director/#sthash.6mx85DIy.dpuf
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 Using the humanities to change lives
The Odyssey Project, founded and run by UW–Madison English professor Emily Auerbach, puts literature, philosophy, and the arts in reach for Madison adults living below the poverty line.
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Aldo Leopold weekend
March 4-5, 2017 | Multiple times and locations
Multiple local events will celebrate Aldo Leopold weekend, including Saturday Science, Madison Reads Leopold, and a walk at the UW Arboretum.
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 MGE announces Iowa wind farm
The planned site will include 33 turbines and generate up to 66 megawatts of electricity, enough to power about 47,000 homes. If approved, it is expected to begin operating by the end of 2018.
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 Keeping microfibers out of the environment
Tiny fibers released from fleece and other synthetic fabrics have become a growing environmental pollutant. Two outdoor enthusiasts decided they had to take action.
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Morgridge Center interns – Madison, WI
The Morgridge Center for Public Service is hiring several interns for fall 2017, including Badger Volunteers, outreach, marketing, and community-based learning. Application deadline is March 12.
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Land stewardship intern – Baraboo, WI
The Nature Conservancy is seeking a summer intern to gather and manage forest management and wildlife monitoring data in the Baraboo Hills. Application deadline is March 6.
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Communications and marketing coordinator – Baraboo, WI
The Aldo Leopold Foundation is seeking an education and outreach team member to write web content and coordinate promotional strategies and marketing efforts. Position open until filled.
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Project associate – Emeryville, CA
Root Solutions is seeking a limited-term associate to pilot a paper-reduction campaign and assist with other projects that apply behavioral science to conservation initiatives. Application deadline is March 15.
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Recycling coordinator – Portland, OR
The state of Oregon's Department of Environmental Quality is seeking a manager to implement and maintain the statewide electronic waste recycling program, Oregon E-Cycles. Application deadline is March 7.
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Development specialist – Appleton, WI
Northeast Wisconsin Land Trust is seeking an energetic person to lead outreach and fundraising efforts of with particular emphasis on donor relations. Application deadline is March 27.
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Challenge Detroit
Challenge Detroit is accepting applications for a year of meaningful employment and intellectual work with area nonprofits designed to positively impact the city. Application deadline is March 5.
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Bucky's Award in Conservation and Sustainability
Nominations are open for student organizations that have helped the campus and/or community improve environmental sustainability. Application deadline is March 12.
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