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Ms Wuf and Mr Wuf wearing Halloween costumes on field at Carter-Finley Football Stadium

Oct 29, 2024

A Spooky, Sustainable Halloween with the Sustainability Stewards

Craft your own spooky, sustainable Halloween with the tips from the NC State Sustainability Stewards for fun, low-waste costumes.

Jul 15, 2024

Apparel Industry Leaks Millions of Tons of Plastic Into Environment Each Year, Study Finds

A new study finds that waste from the global apparel industry is leaking millions of tons of plastic into the environment each year – an overlooked pollution source which may be getting worse over time. The findings are detailed in a recent study from North Carolina State University researchers, which found that global apparel consumption…

Jun 17, 2024

Researching Sustainable Dyes for College Credit at NC State

The independent research course for polymer and color chemistry students provides a unique opportunity for them to tailor coursework to their interests. 

Jun 7, 2024

Researchers Turn to Cottonseed Oil to Replace Toxic Chemicals in Textiles, Paper Products

NC State researchers are exploring the use of cottonseed oil to create non-allergenic, biodegradable products that can be used as finishing agents for fabrics and wet-strength agents for paper products.

May 21, 2024

Textile Engineering Alum Creates Plant-Based Artisanal Fashion Brand

Wilson College of Textiles alumnus Adhiraj Shinde’s brand, Jiwya, showcases the work of grassroots Indian textile artists. 
Plant Sciences Building CALS lab space bright white tables windows with bike in background

Mar 22, 2024

New Sustainable Labs Program Launched

The new Sustainable Labs program empowers NC State researchers and lab users to adopt sustainable practices in campus lab spaces.
flattened cardboard boxes stacked on top of each other

Mar 7, 2024

Improving Wood Products Could Be a Key to Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions

Harnessing the ability of wood products to store carbon even after harvest could have a significant effect on greenhouse gas emissions and change commonly accepted forestry practices, a new study from NC State researchers suggests. The new study published in the journal Carbon Balance and Management uses carbon storage modeling to link the carbon stored in…
4 students post on stage with Ms Wuf with screen showing their winning idea behind them from Make-A-Thon at Hunt LIbrary

Jan 30, 2024

Tuffy Tumbler Triumphs at Make-A-Thon

Learn more about NC State Make-A-Thon's winning idea and team from the 2024 sustainability innovation competition.
researchers weather firefighter turnout gear in an oven.

Nov 30, 2023

Study Tests Firefighter Turnout Gear With, Without PFAS

PFAS-free outer shells fail to repel oil and hydraulic fluid, potentially bringing performance tradeoffs to firefighters.

Nov 19, 2023

2023 Holiday Resource Guide

Check out the Holiday Resource Guide for tips on coping with holiday stress, creating a holiday budget, how to make your New Year’s resolutions a reality and more.