What is Sustainability?
Sustainability is often defined as the ability to meet present needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their needs. In other words, sustainability requires careful use of our resources, including water, air, energy, biodiversity, soil, etc. so they will be in adequate supply for the foreseeable future.
What We Do
Sustain Southern oversees the student group Eagles for Sustainability (E4S), which includes a one-year Sustainability Leadership Certificate. Sustain Southern also hosts educational workshops on a variety of sustainability topics guided by the United Nations 17 Sustainable Development Goals. The Campus Community Garden which is under Sustain Southern provides a great opportunity for students to learn about and engage in the sustainable practices of food growing. The Garden is located between the Herty building and the Williams Center.
Additionally, Sustain Southern also manages the Sustainability Project Proposal Fund, which is used to directly support sustainability projects on the Statesboro campus. Since 2014, the Project Proposal fund has allocated $1,100,000 towards campus sustainability improvements.
Lastly, Sustain Southern also hosts the annual Southern Sustainability Week 鈥� a week-long campus focus on sustainability with numerous exhibitors, vendors, and community members partaking in sustainability awareness.
Get Involved
Take advantage of our different opportunities to get involved today!
- Sustainability Science Bachelor Degree: Georgia鈥檚 ONLY undergraduate sustainability degree. Find innovative solutions to today鈥檚 most pressing environmental issues and a better quality of life.
- Environmental Sustainability Interdisciplinary Minor: You can add this concentration to any major and you can take classes with an emphasis on sustainability within your field.
- Campus Community Garden: Interested in volunteering with the garden? Email sustainability@georgiasouthern.edu to learn and grow with us!
- Eagles For Sustainability (E4S): Become a member of the sustainable leadership program! You have the opportunity to host sustainable workshops, tabling events, speakers, and more!
- Sustainability Project Proposals: You can submit a proposal and receive funding for any of your sustainable ideas for campus. Proposals are accepted on a rolling basis, apply now!
Our Mission
- To increase positive behavior through education and awareness on sustainability issues.
- To form external and internal partnerships to support sustainable practices.
- To advocate for best sustainable practices at 糖心Vlog.
Contact Us
Sustain Southern
P.O. Box 8114
Statesboro, GA 30460
Phone: 912-478-1435
Fax: 912-478-1316
Email: sustainability@georgiasouthern.edu