Earth Month
April is Earth Month at NC State. This month-long emphasis on the planet, sustainability and how we can make the world a better place is hosted by NC State’s Sustainability Council and University Sustainability Office.
The purpose of Earth Month at NC State is to:
- Introduce the campus community to sustainability efforts
- Increase awareness and understanding of sustainability
- Create opportunities for collaboration, engagement and activities that further sustainability
- Encourage event attendees to examine their role in improving sustainability
Earth Month Signature Events
Earth Fair
Earth Fair is a sustainability-focused outdoor event featuring exhibits, demonstrations and ideas connected to the global sustainability goals. Bring a friend and experience the breadth of sustainability, including learning about food, water, transportation, nature, wellness and so much more.
- Wednesday, April 9, 2025 I Stafford Commons I 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
- This outdoor event is free and open to the public
- Earth Fair is sponsored by the University Sustainability Office
Celebration of Sustainability
The Celebration of Sustainability honors the people, projects and progress that advance sustainability at NC State. This annual event includes a student-project showcase and recognition program announcing Sustainability Award winners and Sustainability Fund grant recipients.
- Tuesday, April 22, 2025 I Coastal Ballroom in Talley Student Union I 8:45 am – 10:30 am
- This event is free and open to the campus community
- The Celebration of Sustainability is sponsored by the NC State Sustainability Council and University Sustainability Office
Earth Month Events
NC State Earth Month highlights the interconnectedness of environmental, social and economic sustainability. Explore the calendar of events to participate in a diverse range of activities and ongoing challenges.
Participate in one of the following to win prizes and create meaningful change:
Bee Campus Competition, April 1-22
Wolfpack Sustainability Challenge, April 1-22
Around the World Challenge, April 1-30
Pack Science Challenge: Sound Around Town, March 25-April 12
If you wish to add an event to this listing, please register your event at calendar.ncsu.edu or contact sustainability@ncsu.edu.
Try these tips this month to boost sustainability:
- Hit the light switch to save energy.
- Cycle safe.
- Eat fresh food and support local farmers.
- Equip your car for the best fuel efficiency.
- Get moving for your physical and mental health.
- Turn off the tap when water isn’t in use.
- Use reusable cups instead of disposable cups.
- Clean out your closet and donate or recycle items you don’t use.
- Stay hydrated with water.
- Swap out light bulbs for energy efficient versions, such as LEDs.
- Shop at farmer’s markets for local food.
- Purchase less by creating DIY products (look online for ideas and recipes).
- Reduce your use of disposable shopping bags.
- Reduce food waste by cleaning your plate.
- Recycle to give new life to discarded products.
- Buy used to save money and reduce resource use.
- Reduce your water footprint.
- Give back to a local charity.
- Save water by taking shorter showers.
- Walk more to reduce emissions and improve your health.
- Grow your own food in your backyard or plant containers.
- Happy Earth Day. Do something to celebrate the planet.
- Fix leaks fast to save water.
- Opt for eco-friendly laundry: wash in cold water or hang items to dry.
- Drive less to reduce emissions and air pollution.
- Adjust computer display settings to save energy.
- Buy in bulk to reduce packaging waste.
- Pull the plug on electronics not in use in order to save energy.
- Go paperless to reduce paper waste.
- Eat produce that’s in season.
Earth Month is hosted by NC State’s Sustainability Council and University Sustainability Office.