Sustainability Events
What's going on?
Each day we're on this planet is an event to enjoy.
You don't have to wait for Earth Day to harvest the latest sustainability news and events. Like us on Facebook or view our latest efforts by following us on Instagram. Our events are as varied as a field of wildflowers—so browse our garden of gatherings designed to educate, entertain and enact change. If you have a disability and would like to discuss accommodation, please contact the Sustainability Office at (920) 465-2955.
Earth Month
Earth Day is observed each year on April 22 to raise awareness for sustainability and show support for protecting our planet. Join these events to take action, celebrate and learn more about the Earth.
Act
Campus Cleanup, meeting location-Phoenix park in Residence Life
Organized by SEED (Sustainability, Environment, Education & Development) Student Organization
April 22, 2026 from 3:30-5:30 p.m.,
After the accumulation of trash over the winter months, let's do our part to clean up the campus. SEED will provide all of the materials, but feel free to bring gloves if you have them. Following the cleanup event, feel free to join the rest of the group as they head over to the University Theater to view the film premiere of "The Natural World of the Bay."
Compost Giveaway
April 25, 2026 from 9:00a.m.-3:00 p.m., Wood Hall Parking Lot
Free compost to anyone in the community who is interested. Bring your own buckets, bins or truck beds, and take as much as you can shovel!
Celebrate
Film Premiere: 'The Natural World of the Bay'
April 22, 2026 at 6 p.m., University Theater
Attend the premier viewing of Dan Larson's film about the Green Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve (NERR) as a fundraiser for UW-Green Bay Water Science programs. The event will support student scholarships and the Lower Fox River Watershed Monitoring Program. There is no mandatory fee to attend and students are free. But, a “Pay-As-You-May” with a suggested $8 per person donation is suggested. Make your donation when you register to attend the premiere.
UREC Outdoor Adventures
Learn
Earth month is an excellent time to learn about sustainability topics. Expand your horizons.
SEED (Sustainability, Environment, Education & Development) Student Organization
April 20, 2026 from 8 a.m.-2 p.m., Tabling outside of the bookstore
Sharing information about Earth Week along with ways to be more sustainable and to make a difference.
Sustainability Office
April 20, 2026 from 8 a.m.-2 p.m., Tabling outside of the bookstore
Let's talk about sustainability happening here on campus!
Campus Composting
April 21, 2026 from 8 a.m.-2 p.m., Tabling outside of the bookstore
Learn about composting operations here on campus and how you can participate in your residence hall, apartment, or campus office.
SEED (Sustainability, Environment, Education & Development) Student Organization
April 23, 2026 from 8 a.m.-2 p.m., Tabling lower of the library
Sharing information about local ecosystems and invasive species. The more you know.
Green Bay Conservation Roundtable
April 29, 2026 8 a.m.-2 p.m., University Union, Phoenix Rooms ABC
Don’t miss networking, regional and legislative updates, lightning talks and student posters on exciting restoration, monitoring and other conservation projects around the region.
Have Questions?
Contact John Arendt, our Sustainability Director, to discuss your interest, concerns or ideas about sustainability at UW-Green Bay.