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6 resolutions for a more sustainable year
Do you have a sustainability goal this year?
Consider these resolutions as you set out for a happier, healthier, and less wasteful year.
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 ExxonMobil and UW–Madison partner on biofuels research
The university is working with ExxonMobil to research the chemistry of converting biomass into transportation fuels.
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 Caring during hard times
WisCARES provides veterinary care for pets in Dane County whose owners are experiencing homelessness or housing instability. The service also connects them to housing support, food pantries, and human health care.
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 Hungry to learn
The Wisconsin HOPE Lab found that the number of undergraduates experiencing food and housing insecurity is growing. When basic needs aren't met, students have more difficulty completing their higher education.
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Green Madison Celebration at Night Light
January 8, 2016 | 7-11 p.m. | Madison Central Library
Join Cool Choices to celebrate the accomplishments of Green Madison, the city-wide sustainability game. Get highlights from the game and tips to help "green" the city. The event will take place during the library's monthly Night Light celebration.
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 Exploring debt-free college
Assembly Democrats are asking the state to study how to help Wisconsin college students graduate without debt, hoping to address climbing student loan debt rates.
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 Winter bikers get a B-cycle option
With so many bikers and a thriving bike culture, Madison's B-cycle is offering more opportunities for winter bikers to cycle it up.
As you cycle yourself, these winter riding tips can help make it safe and fun.
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Sustainability intern – Madison, WI
The UW–Madison Office of Sustainability is accepting applications from students interested in working on research, communications, outreach and other projects related to campus sustainability. Application deadline is January 26.
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Clean energy campaign intern – Madison, WI
RePower Madison is hiring a clean energy campaign intern. Interns can expect to learn skills related to energy, marketing, outreach, public relations, utility regulation and more. Application deadline is January 11.
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Restoration ecology intern – Madison, WI
The Madison Audubon Society along with other restoration ecology programs in South Central Wisconsin are offering an internship program for those interested in working with various habitats. Application deadline is February 8.
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Public service internship program
The Public Service Fellows internship program is looking for summer interns. There are various positions that are designed to develop skills for careers in public service. Application deadline is February 27.
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Operations officer – Seattle, WA
Global Partnerships is looking for an operations officer to help oversee the donor and investors database. Application deadline is January 15.
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Editorial assistant – Washington, D.C.
Island Press, an environmental communication non-profit, is seeking an editorial assistant to support the editorial department. Application deadline is January 31.
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Partnerships coordinator – San Francisco, CA
The CalFresh Program is hiring a partnerships coordinator to help grow the network of community based organizations trying to end hunger. Application deadline is not listed.
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LEED energy specialist – Washington, D.C.
The U.S. Green Building Council is hiring a LEED energy specialist to serve as a project manager and team member to projects in the LEED department. Application deadline is not listed.
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Zero waste volunteers – Madison, WI
The Isthmus Beer & Cheese Fest on January 16 is looking for volunteers to help monitor zero waste stations. Volunteers will receive free entry and a t-shirt. All volunteers must be of legal drinking age.
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Undergraduate/faculty research fellowship
The Hilldale Undergraduate/Faculty Research Fellowships support undergraduate research done in collaboration with faculty or research/instructional academic staff. Application deadline is February 16.
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Conservation grants
The Wisconsin Conservation Endowment's donor-advised conservation grants are now open. Every year it provides funding to qualified conservation projects. The deadline is February 1.
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SEED research program
The State Economic Engagement & Development Research Program grants allow UW–Madison faculty and academic staff to engage in innovative research and generate support for research programs. Application deadline is February 15.
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