News by Topic: Sustainability
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May 1, 2013
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Student teams share ideas to go green
The New York State Pollution Prevention Institute at RIT announces the winners of its “Go Green on Campus” competition. -
May 1, 2013
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Sustainability can be ‘eco-fabulous’ for all ages
The “Eco-Fabulous: Homemade Science and Sustainability” exhibit features child-friendly sustainability “experiments” and activities that visitors can conduct at home. -
April 25, 2013
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RIT receives increase in state funding
The state budget includes a significant increase in funding for RIT’s Center of Excellence in Sustainable Manufacturing, housed within Golisano Institute for Sustainability. -
April 23, 2013
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Maya Angelou visit canceled
Maya Angelou’s rescheduled visit to RIT today has been canceled due to the recent hospitalization of the renowned poet and author. -
April 22, 2013
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RIT partners with Power Authority on improvements
RIT will make efficiency improvements to cooling systems in four campus buildings, thanks to a loan from the New York Power Authority. -
April 19, 2013
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Brooklyn Navy Yard honored for green efforts
The Brooklyn Navy Yard Development Corp. is being recognized by the New York State Pollution Prevention Institute for a campus-wide solid waste and recycling program. -
April 16, 2013
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RIT named to green colleges guide
For the third consecutive year, RIT has been named one of North America’s greenest universities by The Princeton Review. -
April 15, 2013
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Come out to Imagine RIT today!
The festival, now in its sixth year, returns with more than 350 examples of innovation and creativity, all showcased through exhibitions, demonstrations and live performances. -
April 12, 2013
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RIT dedicates Sustainability Institute Hall
Hundreds of visitors got a look at the new Sustainability Institute Hall, which houses the Golisano Institute for Sustainability, during a dedication event Friday. -
April 5, 2013
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Teens to explore career fields
More than 100 high school students from area schools will explore possible career fields through hands-on activities at the annual Workforce Innovations Conference at RIT. -
April 4, 2013
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Program prepares veterans for culinary careers
A training program that teaches culinary skills to military veterans is a collaborative effort among many groups, including RIT’s Center for Integrated Manufacturing Studies. -
April 1, 2013
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Professor studies improving bridge design
Amanda Bao, assistant professor of civil engineering technology, is researching how to increase load resistance and capacity of bridges—even during earthquakes or tsunamis.
