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Top 10 Farmers Markets in SF
If you wanted to, you could find farm fresh produce in San Francisco almost every day of the week. The city hosts 23 markets, most of which operate all...
Post-graduate opportunities in sustainability
In my two and a half years as a Sustainability Specialist here at USF, I have come to realize how interdisciplinary the field of sustainability and environmentalism truly is....
Preserving Love: A Blooming Guide to Flower Preservation for Valentine’s Day
The tradition of exchanging flowers on Valentine’s Day carries a rich history, deeply rooted in the language of flowers that emerged during the Victorian era. Lady Mary Wortley Montagu...
Sunset Science
A San Francisco winter brings rain, clouds, the occasional sunny day, and surprisingly, beautiful sunsets. At the end of a sunny day, I recommend making your way to Ocean...
Courting in the Wild
Throughout the animal kingdom, prospective mates will put on elaborate shows to woo a partner with only a chance of success. They showcase their abilities and appearances in hopes...
Public Transportation Weighed Against Personal Vehicles
The United States is the third largest country by land mass, preceded only by countries with large areas of harsh tundra: Russia and Canada (Sauders, 2023). Public transportation is...
Hostile landscaping: how the term sustainability can be misused as an excuse for exclusion
In many urban areas, homelessness is a prevalent and persisting issue, with many efforts in place to reduce the number of individuals on the street. Unfortunately, our society does...
Furniture Waste in the U.S.: What you can do
Waste doesn’t disappear when it leaves the house. When it gets thrown out, it goes somewhere. Furniture waste is a growing environmental concern on many fronts: Energy Consumption- the...
Delicious and Eco-Friendly: Sustainable Vegan Holiday Recipes to Brighten Your Celebrations
It’s that magical time of the year again! When the air is tinged with festive warmth, the thought of the holiday season awakens anticipation. It can also be a...
Sustainable Wrapping Paper Alternatives
Over the course of the next month or so, millions across the globe will eagerly await to tear into their Hanukkah and Christmas presents. Each surprise gift will be...