NC State Sustainability

08/07/2026

At NC State, you don't have to wait until graduate school to work with cutting-edge technology or gain laboratory experience.

The North Carolina Plant Sciences Initiative connects students from a variety of majors with real-world research and career opportunities, helping prepare the next generation of STEM leaders.

See how you can grow your future:

Gaining experience in a laboratory or learning to use cutting-edge technology is often reserved for students pursuing master’s and advanced degrees. The N.C. Plant Sciences Initiative (PSI) is helping change that. The institute, which connects growers with researchers, partners with North Carolina...

08/06/2026

Move-in starts in one week!

Kick off the semester with sustainability in mind. From packing reusable items to reducing waste during move-in, small choices can make a big difference.

Learn how to at go.ncsu.edu/PackSmart

08/04/2026

Need one more class this fall?

Find a sustainability course that fits your schedule (and your interests) using NC State's SDG Course Inventory. From climate and energy to design, business and more, there's something for everyone.

Find your next class at https://sustainability.ncsu.edu/curriculum-research/sdg-courses/

08/03/2026

Move-in starts next week! Before you pack, check out our Top 10 Tips to move-in with sustainability in mind.

Simple swaps can help you reduce waste, save money and start the semester on the right foot. https://sustainability.ncsu.edu/blog/2022/07/27/student-packing-list-for-a-sustainable-move-in/

07/31/2026

It's the last day of Plastic Free July!

Every reusable bottle, bag, mug and container makes a difference. What plastic-free swap will you keep using beyond July?

Visit go.ncsu.edu/bringyourown to learn more.

07/30/2026

Thanks to recent rainfall, water supply conditions have improved, and City of Raleigh Stage 1 Water Restrictions will be lifted on Aug. 3.

While restrictions are ending, conserving water is always in season. Help by continuing to use water wisely every day. go.ncsu.edu/SustainOurPack

07/28/2026

NC State research shows that watching nature videos can help reduce stress and improve emotional recovery, even if you can't get outside.

Whether you're at home, work or school, a few minutes of nature may be just what you need. Learn more:

For people who can't get outside, nature videos may provide a simple way to reduce stress and improve emotional well-being, new research suggests.

07/27/2026

☀️🌻 ☀️The sun is out!

Take a free trip to the sunflower field at Dorothea Dix Park this week. Sunflowers don't just brighten the landscape but also provide food for bees, butterflies and birds. ☀️🌻 ☀️

07/24/2026

Rainy days are the perfect time to see NC State's rain gardens in action.

These landscape features capture and filter stormwater, helping reduce runoff while supporting healthier waterways and greener spaces across campus.

Explore our Sustainability Map (select Water Quality or Conservation in the map layers) to discover rain gardens and other water conservation features at NC State. go.ncsu.edu/sustainabilitymap

07/23/2026

As University Architect and Assistant Vice Chancellor for Campus Planning and Strategic Investment, Lisa Johnson has helped shape NC State through transformational projects like Hunt Library, Talley Student Union and Woodson Hall during the past 33 years.

A champion for thoughtful, sustainable campus planning, Johnson reminds us that "even the brick pathways are the result of careful planning and were intentionally designed with utility and sustainability in mind."

We congratulate our AVC Lisa Johnson on her well-deserved retirement! Read more about her legacy at

As the university architect who oversaw transformational building projects like Hunt Library, Talley Student Union and Woodson Hall, it’s safe to say Lisa Johnson has made her mark on NC State as she retires this month.