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
Compost Giveaway
TBD - during the day, 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!
Recycling
April
Details TBA
Celebrate
Film Premiere: 'The Natural World of the Bay'
April 22, 2026 at 6 p.m., Phoenix Rooms ABC
Dan Larson is premiering this film about the Green Bay Estuary at UWGB as a fundraiser for our water science programs. Specifically, student scholarships and to support the Lower Fox River Watershed Monitoring Program.
UREC Outdoor Adventures
Learn
Earth month is an excellent time to learn about sustainability topics. Expand your horizons.
Biodiversity Symposium
April 18, 2025 from 12-3 p.m., MAC Hall Room 103
Attend the annual Cofrin Student Project Symposium.
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.