At Chico State, we are dedicated to sustainable development as a means of balancing human social, cultural, and economic needs with the natural environment by respecting the finite natural resources of this planet and living in harmony with other humans and species now and into the future. We strive to become leaders in achieving a new vision of education, which integrates the principles of sustainable development into the academic programs, practices, and collaborations of our university.
This Web site is the forum for information about Chico State's contributions to sustainable development and this new vision of education. We encourage you to learn more and join us in advancing sustainable development for the future of humanity.
See the NEW 2011 Sustainability Report
Check out events at our Ecological Reserve ~
Coming up May 12th is our most prestigious fundraising event Candles in the Canyon. Enjoy a fun-filled evening under the stars complete with dinner, music, and a live auction. For tickets or to sponsor this event please visit our website.
Spring Hikes at the Ecological Reserve ~
Don't miss this wonderful opportunity to participate in our FREE hike series at the Big Chico Creek Ecological Reserve. These hikes are open to the public and signups will be taken on a first-come first-served basis. Space is limited to sign up today. Click here to see the full hike schedule.
Call (530) 898-5010 to reserve your space today!
Green Campus Program, Chico is looking for a few good interns! The Alliance to Save Energy’s Green Campus Program seeks two enthusiastic environmental
advocates for the position of Green Campus Program Coordinator at CSU Chico starting June
2012 and for the 2012- 2013 academic year. Interns do not need to live in Chico during Summer
2012, however they would need to participate in weekly phone and Skype meetings.
Download the full announcement
Don't Miss Earth Month Events - see our events page
We are one of the Top Five 'Green' Colleges in America! Check out the list on Yahoo
And see our Best of - Topping the Green List
We also made The Princeton Review’s 2011 "Guide to Green Colleges," honoring campuses that "demonstrate a strong commitment to sustainability in their academic offerings, campus infrastructure, activities, and career preparation."
Download copy of Residents' Guide to Climate Action (pdf document)
Big Chico Creek Ecological Reserve
Are you aware that the Big Chico Creek Ecological Reserve is available for public use? To find out more please visit our web site at www.csuchico.edu/bccer/
Check out Sustainability at Chico State (YouTube Video)
Educating for Sustainability
CSU, Chico currently offers over 100 "Green Courses".
Click here to check them out .
Click here for information on our Minor in Managing for Sustainability.
See green course syllabi for some of these courses by visiting our Academic Programs page.
What have we accomplished so far?
Take a look...........
