News
News Archive
March 2013
Water conflict wars (Agriculture and Ecosystems Blog)
How climate change threatens the seas (USA Today)
Residents near Chinese e-waste site face greater cancer risk
Public invited behind doors of HMSC April 13 for Marine Science Day
New system to restore wetlands could reduce massive floods, aid crops
OSU Press publishes its first book for children
Is It Time For Tall Wood? (Earth Techling)
Newport researchers seek to reduce bycatch in groundfish trawling
Reconstruction of temperature history shows significance of recent warming
OSU turns winemaking waste into food supplements and flowerpots
OSU collecting electronics and plastics for recycling competition March 6-13
Invasive species danger from tsunami may not be known for years
Moral issues of climate change discussed at Science Pub
February 2013
OSU celebrates nutrition month with two-day event in the MU Quad
Starker Lectures to explore forest biomass issues
Study finds climate change impact on stream flow differs according to location
Clean energy conference weathers blackout with microgrid (Grist)
Construction begins on test facility for new nuclear energy concept
Layer compost 'lasagna-style' for no-till gardening
January 2013
Newport selected as home of Pacific Marine Energy Center
NSF selects OSU to lead project rejuvenating U.S. research fleet
OSU Sustainability Office is hiring student positions
OSU, Corvallis team up on program to promote bike, pedestrian safety (Gazette-Times)
OSU and the City of Corvallis want bikers and pedestrians to Be Bright!
Physical education requirement at four-year universities at all-time low
Georgia turf expert heads to OSU for greener grass
New electronics for a sustainable world
Plum Creek commits $500,000 for OSU water-quality research
December 2012
New OSU crops expert in Malheur County aims to reduce pesticide use
Oregon State to begin producing own solar power in January (Gazette-Times)
A Greener Wood Glue (Isla Earth Radio)
Electricity from ocean waves (Weather Channel)
Oregon State University installs two solar arrays (Sustainable Business Oregon)
OSU to test quinoa as Northwest crop
OSU planting seeds for “solar farm” on campus as part of OUS program
Ocean Wave Energy Technology and Oregon’s Process (TriplePundit)
Portland General Electric tests biofuel options to replace coal at Boardman plant (The Oregonian)
If Your House Is On Fire (The Sun)
Exposing the logic of climate change denial (The Oregonian)
November 2012
Climate change affects Oregon (News-Register)
Coos Bay considers urban wind turbines (KMTR)
Proposed timber sales strive for 'ecological logging' (KVAL)
Registration opens for training program for new urban farmers
Climate change increases stress, need to restore grazed public lands
Students work out for energy Civil War (Gazette-Times)
"Recycling 101" to help Oregonians learn basics of recycling, save money
Medical vital-sign monitoring reduced to the size of a postage stamp
Sweet approach discovered to produce metal casting parts, reduce toxicity
Saturation operation to address bike, pedestrian and driver conflicts
Mountain meadows dwindling in the Pacific Northwest
October 2012
OSU selling historic homes and structures
OSU commuters get more options
Environmental historian to speak on wildland fires on Nov. 1
Free symposium set Nov. 1-2 on women’s roles and political impact
September 2012
"Semi-dwarf" trees may enable a green revolution for some forest crops
OSU to lead project exploring ocean’s response to increasing acidification
Statewide public health conference set for Oct. 8-9
Newport, Reedsport chosen as finalists for $8 million wave energy facility
Ancient diatoms could make biofuels, electronics and health food
OSU helps Oregon’s tribal nations archive their history
OSU researchers create model for analyzing invasive species threat
Family harvest party and garden tour held Sept. 30
Private support, technology licenses led increase in Oregon State research revenues
August 2012
Microwave ovens may help produce lower cost solar energy technology
Public wave energy test facility begins operation in OregonVegetarian visit to Corvallis, Oregon (Examiner.com)
OSU-discovered compound could keep buildings cool (Sustainable Business Oregon)
Solar Vehicle Team honored for its "Spirit of the Rayce (Solid State Technology)
Climate change heat waves (OPB's Think Out Loud)
Harvesting Hawaiian plants to make jet fuel and clean diesel (The Oregonian)
Rating of ocean health shows “room for improvement”
Major advance made in generating electricity from wastewater
Study finds a new pathway for invasive species – science teachers
Research could improve oil recovery, aid environmental cleanup
July 2012
Environmental concerns increasing infectious disease in amphibians
Community garden open house held Aug. 9 in Sweet Home
Oregon State gets grant for biofuels genetics work (Capital Press)
Active forest management to reduce fire could aid northern spotted owl
OSU students’ abandoned household goods provide a boon to local nonprofits (Gazette Times)
West Linn volunteer creates $1.2 million gift for OSU Master Gardener program
OSU students donate 20,000 pounds of items as they move off campus
June 2012
OSU’s new natural resources academy has a global appeal
OSU helps schools reduce pesticide use, comply with law
Reclaiming wastewater nutrients (College of Engineering Blog)
Improving compostable utensils (College of Engineering Blog)
10 Most Bike-Friendly Campuses Across America (Best Colleges Online)
Ocean wave energy to be explored at Corvallis Science Pub
May 2012
OSU wins $90K EPA sustainability award (Sustainable Business Oregon)
New compound could become “cool blue” for energy efficiency in buildings
Technology to monitor bird sounds, impacts of environmental change
Moore Family Center grand opening set for June 6
Igloo encourages OSU to ditch bottled water (Gazette Times)
Editorial: Time to find new homes for lawn-bound furniture (Gazette Times)
OSU scientist awarded prestigious Guggenheim Fellowship
Electric Vehicles on Display at OSU (KEZI)
Offshore platform is next step in wave energy effort (Forbes)
Small-scale hydropower technology taking root in Pakistan (Momentum)
Workshops on social change held May 11 and 12
Study finds stream temperatures don’t parallel warming climate trend
April 2012
New OSU research center will assess impact of Farm Bill and other policies
OSU ranked fifth worldwide in MobilizeU (MobilizeU Leaderboard)
Sustainable textile and apparel symposium held May 14
Earth Day 2012: The Best and Worst Pronouncements (Scientific American)
Concert to highlight social and environmental change held May 11
OSU among 16 greenest colleges (Sustainable Business Oregon)
TED speakers talk environment issues (Gazette Times)
Analysis raises atmospheric, economic doubts about forest bioenergy
OSU annual Earth Day Hoo Haa is April 22 near Corvallis
Speaker to address expanding militarism, impact on the ecosystem on April 18
Rising CO2 levels linked to global warming during last deglaciation
Nobel laureate Adolfo Pérez Esquivel to speak at OSU for PeaceJam
Study: Impact of warming climate doesn’t always translate to streamflow
Loss of predators affecting ecosystem health
Workshop to provide skills for advancement in academia
Presentation to focus on climate change (The Columbian)
Corvallis Science Pub to focus on pollution in the western U.S.
March 2012
League honors bike-friendly universities (Bicycle Retailer & Industry News)
First Lady Michelle Obama to deliver commencement address at OSU
Four OSU researchers receive CAREER awards
Green chemistry center grows up and reaches out (Portland Business Journal)
Two agriculture-inspired exhibits to feature Betty LaDuke this spring
OSU collecting electronics for recycling competition March 7-14
Corvallis Science Pub to focus on biofuels
February 2012
Author, environmentalist to lecture on future of the planet
OSU begins new natural resources leadership summer program
Oregon Sea Grant funds $2 million in ocean and coastal research for 2012-14
Healthy food choices target of new student-created campaign (LIFE@OSU)
Secretary Salazar Visits Oregon To Promote Ecological Timber Sales (OPB)
Study: Forested riparian zones important to nitrogen control, stream health
Eco Warriors help OSU residence halls compete in recycling challenge
Researchers eye monitoring system for offshore wind energy impacts
Legacy of Hanford nuclear site discussed Feb. 23
OSU, UP students join national efficiency competition (Sustainable Business Oregon)
Student contest calls for writing and video entries on ways to prosper on Earth
Garden research program for teens holds recruitment meetings
January 2012
Intel still leads nation in green power (Sustainable Business Oregon)
Recyclemania Civil War starts this week (Gazette Times)
Case Study: Produce supply chain – two tales in one city (Sustainable Business Oregon)
Going Paperless – Tips for Reducing Resources (OSU's Greening IT)
Starker Lectures to explore forest and water interactions
Waves of activity help the tide rise in Newport (OregonBusiness)
Film series celebrating women comes to OSU campus
Registration opens for OSU's small farms conference on Feb. 25
December 2011
OSU spinoff company makes first shipment of specialty chemical
Sustainability program turns Christmas trees even greener
November 2011
OSU study questions cost-effectiveness of biofuels and their ability to cut fossil fuel use
New study: Climate sensitivity to CO2 more limited than extreme projections
"Fool’s gold" leads to new options for cheap solar energy
Southwestern Oregon streams: a flawed view of the past
Mountains of recyclables collected at OSU event (Gazette Times)
Author Bill McKibben launches ‘Discovery Lecture Series’ Nov. 17
Applications open for American Youth Leadership exchange with Mongolia
Book explores resilience as management goal for Pacific salmon
How to successfully replant riparian areas
Compost worm bin enriches soil and recycles (Gazette Times)
Global warming prompts tree migration (Sustainable Business Oregon)
Talks, film screening at OSU to honor environmentalist Aldo Leopold on Nov. 14
October 2011
Willamette Innovators Night spotlights creative economy
Lange to present alumni fellow seminar on federal forest policy
"Iraq Road Show" in Oregon Highlights Green, Clean, and Renewable (NUSACC)
Production of biofuel from forests will increase greenhouse emissions
Fewer marten detections in California forest linked to decline in habitat
Wave energy planning generating public interest
Tau Science targets solar industry with assist from OSU
International Forest Film Festival to begin in Corvallis
NOAA again selects OSU to run marine studies institute
"Albedo effect" in forests can cause added warming, bonus cooling
Oregon Sea Grant co-sponsors “Next Wave” Heceta Head Coastal Conference
OSU joins multi-university launch of $1 billion “Green Challenge”
Federal oceans and polar policy expert to direct climate change center at OSU
Explore Oregon farms, farmer’s markets through new website
OSU’s Becker-Blease honored as “Rising Star” from Aspen Institute
New Zealand poet to read from work on Oct. 28 at OSU
OSU faculty earn nearly $42 million in research grants in a single month
Corvallis Science Pub to feature Engineers Without Borders, Beavers Without Borders
Lecture series to examine engineering approach to climate change
Forest structure, services may be lost even as form remains
Nature study: Rising CO2 levels at end of Ice Age not tied to Pacific Ocean
September 2011
Art installation project on OSU campus seeks participants
City pedals to top ranking (Corvallis Gazette-Times)
Award will allow expansion of nanotech safety research programs
OSU scientists to play key role in forest, aviation fuel initiative
$4.4 million fuels new bioenergy education program at OSU
"Food for Thought” series begins seventh season
Expansion of OSU Energy Efficiency Center will aid Oregon industry
Family harvest party and garden tour held Oct. 2
Choosing a path to sustainability
Study outlines stream temperature changes following timber harvests
Microwave ovens a key to energy production from wasted heat
Biodiversity helps dilute infectious disease, reduce its severity
Making wages in energy production (Corvallis Gazette-Times)
Center for Sustainable Materials Chemistry earns $20 million in funding
August 2011
OUS to break ground on Oregon’s largest solar project
OSU and da Vinci Days cut waste, set a model for the region
OSU named to Princeton Review’s Green Rating Honor Roll
Study: Saving owls and salmon also stores carbon
July 2011
OSU’s purchase of green power puts it at the top of nation’s universities
Northwest Forest Plan has unintended benefit – carbon sequestration
New tool to assess impact of building dams available
OSU diverts material from landfill, benefits community
Quarter century later, methane deposits intrigue scientists, industry
Loss of large predators disrupting plant, animal and human ecosystems
June 2011
Inkjet printing could change the face of solar energy industry
Smaller companies hit hardest during emerging market crises
New degree program developed to analyze, impact environmental issues
Research on elephants shows value of habitat connectivity
OSU’s Edge to chair Oregon Fish and Wildlife Commission
OSU uses campground firewood as invasive species education tool
Prototype demonstrates success of advanced new energy technology
OSU to host conference on rural vitality
May 2011
Grad student wins $10K sustainable ag scholarship
Conference to explore sustainable design in wood buildings
OSU rates another green listing
Gov. John Kitzhaber to deliver McCall lecture May 25 at OSU
OSU Beavers in five states gear up for service
OSU horticulture graduate student receives $10,000 scholarship
OSU researchers striving for hardier, cold-tolerant barley
Oregon 4-H students chosen for leadership experience in Mongolia
OSU students to show new technologies, accomplishments in Portland forum
Scientists, farmers to study climate change
Oregon BEST announces new consortium to fund research
Entrepreneur to discuss water, energy conservation
OSU wind, wave researcher named Outstanding Young Engineer
National Pesticide Information Center launches new website
Winners of student sustainability writing contest announced
Corvallis Science Pub to explore invasive species
April 2011
OSU named EPA Green Power Pac-10 Conference Champion
Six Oregon colleges make list of nation's greenest (Portland Tribune)
OSU profs named fellows of The Wildlife Society
Community Celebrates Earth Day Hoo Haa (KEZI)
Oregon State among “Green Colleges” listed by Princeton Review
Career day picks up green tint at OSU
OSU takes top spot in Oregon for recycling
Site chosen for wave energy testing in Oregon
OSU plans Earth Week events
Corvallis will use grant to reduce energy use
Visiting professor advocates for change in economic values
The Planet's Natural Air Filters
Poetry reading on April 22 celebrates Earth Day
OSU celebrates Earth Week
Carbon sequestration estimate in U.S. increased – barring a drought
New report examines Oregon Ag energy use
OSU organic farmers to serve up food, music April 22
Recycled Fashion Show & Networking Event held April 28 in Portland
Author of ‘Diet for a Small Planet’ to deliver Pauling Peace Lecture on May 4
March 2011
OSU hosts first sustainability career fair (Gazette-Times)
‘Buy Local’ still hot (Gazette-Times)
Food for Thought series presents Stewart Brand and Rethinking Green on March 10
Marine energy center to help test newest technologies
Conference focuses on cooperation (Gazette-Times)
March 2011
Climate change causing demise of lodgepole pine in western North America
OSU trash-to-fashion show hits catwalk (Gazette-Times)
Green Electronic Technology (US News & World Report)
Inuit leader, Nobel nominee to speak on climate, environmental issues
$4.3 million NSF grant to support planning for future water management
OSU Ecology, Environmental Pubs Rank Fourth Nationally (Western-Farmer Stockman)
USDA Funds Climate Research on Agricultural and Forest Production (Sustainable Business)
Lectures will address hunger, climate change (Gazette-Times)
Batten to head marine energy center
Brook receives Google fellowship for science communication
OSU to study farming methods in bid to curb, adapt to climate change
LEED Platinum Fires Up Oregon Power Plant (EarthTechling)
Environmental lawyer addresses natural resource laws on Feb. 17 at OSU
Endowed chair leads development of eco-friendly wood composites
OSU student engineers hold benefit banquet
Pollution controls used during China Olympics could save lives if continued
Ideas Matter lecture addresses religious faith and climate change
Rivalry Helps Oregon Become a Greener State (KEZI)
OSU gets gold star in sustainability (OregonLive blog)
Oregon State's new Energy Center makes a platinum statement (The Oregonian)
OSU gets a gold star for sustainability (Sustainable Business Oregon)
OSU Receives High Sustainability Rating (KEZI)
OSU receives gold sustainability designation
January 2011
“Song for the Blue Ocean,” a celebration of the ocean, held Feb. 18-19
Ideas Matter lecture focuses on water disputes and conflict resolution approaches
OSU publications in ecology, the environment ranked fourth in nation
Workshop on “History and Ecology” set Feb. 3-4 at OSU
Blunting the eco impact of mega sporting events (Sustainable Life)
OSU Researcher To Discuss Wave Energy (My Central Oregon)
Starker Lectures to explore global forestry issues
OSU building gets LEED certification (Democrat-Herald)
Effort under way to restore Willamette River (Statesman Journal)
Oregon State University receives $5 million grant to prevent child obesity
OSU Energy Center Receives LEED Platinum Certification (KEZI)
OSU Energy Center first Platinum LEED-certified power facility in nation
Show features recycled fashions (Statesman Journal)
Carnegie Foundation bestows coveted ‘Community Engagement’ designation on OSU
Energy projects receive grants (Democrat-Herald)
The future of the forest can sustain communities and the trees (The Oregonian)
OSU named Campus Sustainability Leader (Gazette-Times)
Wave of Discovery: Harnessing the Ocean's Power (National Science Foundation)
December 2010
New technology to speed cleanup of nuclear-contaminated sites, reduce costs and create jobs
Oregon, city of Portland don't meet ambitious goals to power with renewable sources (The Oregonian)
Warming up to climate change (Think Out Loud OPB)
Best bet for eco-friendly toys? Wood (Bend Bulletin)
HP Plays Key Role in Development of New Energy Efficient Ethernet Standard (Business Wire)
Nature study: Loss of biodiversity can increase disease transmission
November 2010
Your idle computer can help OSU with climate simulation modeling (The Oregonian)
Qatar and Oregon Partner to Develop Sustainable Practices (America.gov)
Water issues, extreme weather among concerns in assessment report
Phil Mote, Oregon State University climate scientist, weathers the storm growing around global warming (The Oregonian)
Sustainaball makes a green debut tonight (The Daily Barometer)
OSU, Oxford, others launch citizen scientist climate modeling initiative
Bend family endows first faculty position at OSU-Cascades
New major offered in College of Forestry (The Daily Barometer)
Forest canopy expert to speak on Nov. 17
How "green" is your Christmas tree?
Sustainable Oregon and Iraq (OPB Think Out Loud)
OSU named a “Campus Sustainability Leader” by institute
From Farm to Fridge to Garbage Can (New York Times)
Innovative research center shows off its BEST work
Sustainability, innovation keep Corvallis consignment store thriving in hard times
October 2010
Engineering team protects their community, and the environment, one storm drain at a time
OSU-Cascades energy engineering management degree approved
OSU trades in orange for green (The Daily Barometer)
Oregon State University gets support in making its students global citizens
USDA to support organic blackberries, initiatives to attract new farmers
New Oregon State University website builds partnerships with industry
University lab researchers rewarded for going for green (Lab Manager Magazine)
‘Can Poetry Save the Earth?’ talk held on Oct. 27
Corvallis earns EPA Green Power Community of the Year award (Corvallis Gazette-Times)
OSU nuclear advances highlighted in new series
New book looks at the moral reasons we should care about climate change (Oregonian)
EPA names Corvallis Green Power Community of the Year (US EPA)
New renewable materials degree program offers job opportunities
AAAS fellow to address climate control and “fixing the sky”
Author Kathleen Dean Moore to speak at OSU about climate ethics
Grant to support new explorations of Earth’s past climate
Kathleen Dean Moore speaks of moral environmentalism (Willamette Live)
Recycled fashion from OSU designers (KGW)
Land “evapotranspiration” taking unexpected turn: huge parts of world are drying up
Oregon student in fight to save biodiesel (Daily Journal of Commerce)
On Thin Ice (Rolling Stone)
Oregon State sciences win grants for sustainability, marine biology (Oregonian)
MOU between Oregon, Qatar heightens international impact of OSU research
Improved websites focus on natural resources in Oregon
Forest Fire to be Focus of Science Pub Corvallis
OSU event to focus on benefits of diversity to U.S. economy
One-day Natural Resources School offered Oct. 23 in Newport
New equipment increases capability of fiber optic environmental monitoring
OSU helps da Vinci Days divert one ton of waste from landfill
New approaches needed to gauge safety of nanotech-based pesticides
Wave Energy To Be Featured on Green Science Oregon
Growth of biofuel industry hurt by GMO regulations
September 2010
Science alone is inadequate to guide social response to climate issues, experts say
Ecampus offers new graduate degree in natural resources
OSU a leader in second national climate change center
OSU, partners to launch NOAA regional climate consortium
Accident “prevention through design” coming to construction industry
Farm, forest lands being protected – but not always for farming or forestry
“Food for Thought” lectures on sustainable ag and biotechnology open Oct. 20
Bike commute challenge has begun (Life@OSU)
Research shows continued decline of Oregon’s largest glacier
Climate change conference to explore ocean impacts and policy
Global leaders: Taking action on climate change is a moral responsibility
August 2010
Eighth annual Kids Day for Conservation offers free, fun, hands-on natural resources education
Audit helps farmers save on energy (Corvallis Gazette-Times)
Scientists concerned about environmental impact of recycling of e-waste
Microproducts Breakthrough Institute offers presentation, tours at new laboratory
Rain garden guide helping Oregonians manage stormwater
Oregon State named ‘Cool School’ by Sierra Club
Field day at Oak Creek Center for Urban Horticulture set for Aug. 25
Oregon State students develop new plan for forests (Deseret News)
OSU engineers turn waste into energy (KGW)
Napa vineyard honored with Orange Spotlight award from OSU
OSU to partner in new $2.2 million center for wood-based composite materials
July 2010
Building as Classroom: Teaching Through Renovation (College Planning & Management)
Tracking Effects of Climate Change (National Science Foundation's "Science 360")
Nanotech coatings produce 20 times more electricity from sewage
OSU wildlife biologist honored with Distinguished Scientist Award
How to lead the nation in sustainable built environment innovation (Sustainable Business Oregon)
Science Pub Corvallis discusses solar energy's bright future
OSU researchers discover new adhesive for tape, label industry
June 2010
New websites focus on water basin restoration in central, southeastern Oregon
Two OSU scientists named lead authors on IPCC Fifth Assessment Report
Studies confirm presence, severity of pollution in national parks
OSU Campus Recycling recovers 11,651 pounds of material during spring move-out
New energy assessment program available to Oregon farmers, rural businesses
Nanotech yields major advance in heat transfer, cooling technologies
Follow the money: wealth, population are key drivers of invasive species
OSU alums help power PGE innovation
Top students and researchers studying rural policy come to Oregon
COSEY camp spreads word on sustainable engineering
May 2010
Students and Faculty Build OSU's First Living Roof Building (KEZI)
Academy climate panel calls for national adaptation strategy
Sustainability mural to be unveiled
OSU Press receives $100,000 to publish books on nature and the environment
Native plant recovery can be complex, sometimes costly
Orange Spotlight: Historic home rises from dust to become unique kitchen and bath showroom
Bob’s Red Mill founder to talk on entrepreneurship, social responsibility
April 2010
College of Engineering annual report features faculty impact on environmental problems
Starker Lectures field trip to explore ecosystem services
Orange Spotlight: Orchard View Farms embrace innovation, sustainability
Award honors years of work by OSU Extension
Return of top predators is key to ecological future, author suggests
New international organization needed for global environmental monitoring
Un-Earthly waste (Gazette-Times)
Terra website hosts new OSU research stories for Earth Day
Students power OSU to top green ranking
Advance made in “thin film” solar cell technology
National Geographic editor will be OSU Earth Day speaker
OSU organic farmers to serve up food, music April 22
Earth Week Community Fair at OSU on April 19
Sustainable gardening Web page debuts
Oregon State to be awarded “Tree Campus USA” status
Nat'l. Geo. editor to give climate change talk for McCall Memorial Lecture
OSU Launches Green Car Sharing Program (KEZI)
March 2010
Tech innovator brings ideas on entrepreneurship to OSU
OSU students soon can rent hybrid cars (Gazette Times)
Hillsboro High senior's fertilizer project wins him $10,000 OSU scholarship (The Oregonian)
Verifying Greenhouse gas emissions (Terra)
OSU to launch car-sharing initiative on campus
New research on environmental health in homes offered in workshops
OSU to begin construction on residence hall/education center
Noted environmental philosopher releases collection of essays, meditations
February 2010
Can ocean's power be harnessed? Buoy tests aim to find out (KATU News)
More frequent fires could aid ecosystems
“GREEN House” to link environmental monitoring, research with residential needs
2010 Starker Lectures to explore ecosystem services
Terra Magazine covers renewing Oregon’s grasslands, capturing carbon and stress
ARRA Sparks Effort to Cut Forest Fire Risks
Oregon Tilth partners with OSU to help organic farmers
OSU researcher receives prestigious “early career research” award
Spring Creek Cafe asks: "What are our obligations to future generations?"
Project monitors OSU energy use (Daily Journal of Commerce)
OSU students begin competition to reduce energy in campus buildings
Learn to save money and cut greenhouse gas (KVAL)
January 2010
Provost Sabah Randhawa appoints Oregon State University Marine Council
Oregon Sea Grant delivers federal dollars for ocean research, outreach efforts
Effects of forest fire on carbon emissions, climate impacts often overestimated
Warm temperatures, low snowpack may spell trouble during El Niño year
Guide gives information on saving trees during construction
OSU restores Gill Coliseum's natural light
Five new, short online videos discuss climate change at the Oregon coast
Solar research center may spur innovation, industry development in Oregon
Is It Wrong to Wreck the Earth? (Philosophy Talk)
OSU Power Up health challenge kickoff takes place Thursday
December 2009
Oregon Sea Grant, ODFW team up to offer two new resource fellowships
Housing growth near national parks may limit conservation value
Momentum, the College of Engineering newsletter, covers multiple sustainability-related stories
Bright idea: Organic farmers giving small, nimble old tractors new life with electric motors (LA Times)
Extending sustainable acts through food supply chain
OSU researcher releases book on environmental struggles in China
November 2009
Talk on ‘Where Does Our Food Come From?” held Tuesday, Dec. 1
OSU and UO students engage in energy-producing contest
Analysis outlines impacts of climate change on western Oregon
Updated 'Food for Oregon' Web site provides database about food resources
Report: Public wants slow, careful approach to wave energy
Films about food, food issues featured in OSU series
OSU study: Flooded farm fields help native fish species
Sea Grant shares in presidential award for coastal partnership
Mural contest to feature sustainable and renewable energy
John Kitzhaber to give talk on health care reform
NSF grant brings humanities into the forest to imagine future impacts of climate change
Coral reefs inspire rare consensus in new survey – just save them
Experience, learn about wetlands online through ‘Oregon Wetlands Explorer’
October 2009
Innovative new panels could extend solar reach (Daily Journal of Commerce)
Turning cranberries green (Bandon Western World)
OSU professor to deliver free web talk on sustainability in finance
Transparent electronics technology recognized nationally
“Food for Thought” lectures explore biotechnology and environment
OSU MBA program ranked among world’s top 100 by Aspen Institute
OSU’s sustainability path draws nationwide attention
Global warming may spur increased growth in Pacific Northwest forests
OSU Composting can be simple and inexpensive
Kearney Hall renovation achieves LEED gold certification
Climate expert, Nobel laureate to present Condon Lecture
Speaker to address environmental justice; symposium to explore “Earth Democracy”
Loss of top predators causing surge in smaller predators, ecosystem collapse
Climate change adds uncertainty, new challenges to fisheries management
Open house features renovated greenhouse at Oregon State University
Public health conference addresses issues of climate change, healthy aging, and more
September 2009
Booklet offers tips on sustainable living (The Oregonian)
OSU to host live taping of national radio show Philosophy Talk
'Green' labels can confuse consumers (Statesman Journal)
Turning Tides: Generating Energy from the Sea (ClimateEdu)
Ripple receives national honor from Defenders of Wildlife
OSU horticulturist to receive award for supporting organics
Nursery group launches climate-friendly project (Capital Press)
August 2009
OSU ranked in top 40 Cool School Rankings by Sierra Club
“Green” construction often secondary to cost, building codes
Bosses with 'green' values are more likely to over-comply with environmental rules, study says
New measurement techniques show complexity of Willamette River Superfund cleanup
Long debate ended over cause, demise of ice ages – may also help predict future
Iraqi Delegation Looks at Sustainable Rebuild (KEZI 9 News)
July 2009
Family planning: A major environmental emphasis
Tires made from trees – better, cheaper, more fuel efficient
Science Pub Corvallis presents ‘Catch of the Day: Sustainable or Not?’ on July 13
Pioneering climate change researcher speaks at OSU (Corvallis Gazette Times)
OSU nontraditional forestry student finds time to rally support for college
Forest fire prevention efforts will lessen carbon sequestration
Northwest forests could store more carbon, help address greenhouse issues
Running in Place (Athletic Business magazine)
June 2009
Scientists develop groundbreaking new model for impacts of dams
International climate change researchers to convene at OSU July 8-11
Report: West Coast needs more research on fisheries, marine science, climate change
Oregon BEST, OSU team to help Iraq engineers rebuild their war-torn nation using green practices
Students in Free Enterprise develop reusable water bottles for competition
Abrupt global warming could shift monsoon patterns, cut agricultural output
Oregon State University researcher receives Environmental Stewardship Award
May 2009
‘Science Pub-Corvallis’ hosts talk on organic produce, clean soil and local food May 11
Universities Study Health of Organic, Conventional Dairy Cows with $1 Million Grant
April 2009
Beavers recycle better (The Oregonian)
Oregon State University Takes Top Spot in Region for Recycling
OSU To Tackle Solar Future in New "Energy Frontier Research Center"
Lecture Addresses Ecological Destruction of Western Europe
EPA Recognizes OSU as Pac-10 Leader in Purchasing “Green” Power
Oregon State University Celebrates Earth Week
Oregon State Student Selected as Udall Scholar
OSU Organic Farm Invites Public to Earth Day Celebration
Ancient Diatoms Lead to New Technology for Solar Energy
OSU Seeks Comments on Sustainable Agriculture
Nissan Electric Car on Display at OSU
New Book by OSU Press Examines Environmentalism of William O. Douglas
OSU, PSU Team Up to Teach Portland Kids Where Their Food Comes From
Breakthrough Made in Energy Efficiency, Use of Waste Heat
March 2009
Ecotopia Revisited: A Look at Utopias and Dystopias and Climate Change
Clean Energy From Humans? No Sweat (National Wildlife Federation)
OSU to Host Climate Change Seminars
Green power fee reduces OSU footprint (Corvallis Gazette-Times)
Sustainability Report: OSU Reduced Net Greenhouse Emissions 30 Percent in 2007-08
Advance Made in Turning Water, Sunlight Into Fuel
Lincoln City Seminar Promotes Local Self-Reliance
Student Exercisers Have Energy to Burn (Athletic Business Magazine)
Green Buildings Laboratory to Boost Sustainable Construction
Oregon BEST Facilitates $1.6 Million Investment in Green Building Research
Students back from ‘green’ power summit (Corvallis Gazette-Times)
Chunk of OSU green fee to go to campus energy (The Daily Barometer)
February 2009
Lincoln County Extension Hosts Local Self Reliance-Part II in March
Oregon’s Green Building Community Sets Sights on National Research Center
Northwest Teens to Compete in Annual Salmon Bowl Competition
OSU to Harness the Power of its Students – Literally
Campus Recycling Quarterly Newsletter for Winter 2009 (pdf)
OSU-Cascades hopes 'sustainability' helps define campus identity (Bend Bulletin)
Sea Level Rise Could Be Worse Than Anticipated
January 2009
OSU strives to regain title in 10-week RecycleMania
Corvallis tops green cities list (The Gazette-Times)
Corvallis Tops EPA List of Green Power Communities
How to choose plants for sustainable landscapes
$6 Million Program To Test Newest Nuclear Energy Concepts
OPB Wins Award for Program Produced in Partnership with Oregon Sea Grant
Girl Scouts, 4-H stress conservation and sustainability (The Oregonian)
Warmer Climate Causing Huge Increase in Tree Mortality Across the West
OSU Fights to Regain Recycling Champ Title
Speaker Gives Tips on ‘Building a Green Business’
2009 Starker Lectures to Explore Sustainable Forestry
OSU Fleet of Electric Cars, Hybrids Attracts Attention from Nissan
Philip Mote to Lead Oregon’s New Climate Research Institute
Climate Experts Featured in Seminar Series
December 2008
AGU Report: Some Climate Impacts Happening Faster Than Anticipated
Oregonians Worried About Adequate Water Supply
Electric Vehicle documentary by OSU student on YouTube
Eugene-Corvallis vanpool space available
4-H Returns to Multnomah County with a Sustainable Living Focus
November 2008
National System of Marine Protected Areas Launched
What If Your Energy Supply is Gone with the Wind?
OSU to Host UO Course That Helps Individuals Curb Global Warming
Yachats Seminar Promotes Local Self-Reliance
“Food for Thought” Lectures Explore Technology, Sustainability
Plastic Roundup Engages Recycling Partners in Jackson County
October 2008
Colleges in Oregon get high grades for green (The Oregonian)
Students and staff can contribute to eco-friendly campus on pay day (The Daily Barometer)
EPA Awards OSU for Green Power Commitment (KEZI News video)
Mater to Direct OSU Engineering Sustainability Programs
OSU named ‘Green Power Leader’ by U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
OSU, UO Gain Support For “Green Materials” Center
New OSU Web Site Provides Data on Oregon's Rural Communities
Rising Food Costs Putting Strain on Family Budgets
Successful Ocean Test Advances Wave Energy Research
Linn County Master Gardener Gets into Worm Bins
Six Oregon Community Garden Projects Receive Funding
Forestry Research Recognized by Wall Street Journal
Researchers Moving Closer to Creating Viable Energy From Sewage
OSU Student Awarded Stanford REE Fellowship
Report Cites Success of Oregon’s Land-Use Planning
September 2008
Report Outlines Scientists’ Concern About Impact of Wave Energy
Conference Takes on Pressing Public Health Issues
Oregon Selected for Northwest Marine Renewable Energy Center
OSU Hosts a Public Forum on Food and Fuel Prices
Agricultural Research Foundation Funds 33 OSU Projects
Ice Core Studies Confirm Accuracy of Climate Models
National Historic District Approved for Oregon State University
Old Growth Forests Are Valuable Carbon Sinks
August 2008
Candidates to Interview for Director of New OUS Climate Research Institute
New Map, Website Outlines Willamette River Water Issues
Natural Amenities May Offset Economic Challenges Facing Remote Communities
New Adhesive a Major Commercial, Environmental Success
OSU Extension and Oregon Tilth to Teach New Organic Gardening Course
OSU Recognized as One of America’s Top 25 ‘Green Colleges’ and Universities
OSU Day at Oregon State Fair Features Solar Cars, Photo Contest & More
Research to Boost Cellulosic Ethanol Programs
July 2008
Report: Economic Impacts of Invasive Species May Rival that of Climate Change in Oregon
Oregon State University Undertakes Measurement of its Carbon Footprint
HMSC to Host Forum this September on Offshore Aquaculture in the Pacific Northwest
New Report: Greatest Value of Forests is Sustainable Water Supply
OSU Professor to Test Beijing Air Quality at Olympics
Incentives for Carbon Sequestration, Species Protection Have Mixed Results, Study Says
Coffee Grounds Perk up Compost Pile With Nitrogen
June 2008
OSU’s Transparent Electronics Key to Solar Energy Breakthrough
OSU Begins Oak Creek Restoration at Livestock Facilities
Oregon BEST Invests in Sustainability Sector
May 2008
Lubchenco Receives Zayed Prize for Environmental Research
Studies Confirm Greenhouse Mechanisms Even Further Into Past
New GardenSmart Oregon Publication Offers Alternatives to Invasive Plants
OSU Engineering Expo Features Student Innovators, Inventions
April 2008
History of Eating Locally Explored in New Lecture
OSU Fares Well in Campus Recycling Competition
Loss of Cougars Linked to Disruption of Yosemite Ecosystem
OSU Designated Pac-10 Champs in EPA Green Power Challenge; Competition Ranks OSU 4th Nationally
OSU Launches Oregon’s Largest Commitment to Financial Aid and Access for Oregonians
OSU to Recognize Earth Week with Series of Activities
Study Details Risks for Contamination on American Indian Lands
OSU Organic Farm to Celebrate Earth Day with Food, Music
March 2008
OSU Extension helps expand sustainable food-buying options
Professor Elected to Orion Society
Marine Protection Initiatives Attracting Broad National Support
OSU Extension 4-H Wildlife Stewards Program Receives National Award
Studies Question Social, Environmental Implications of Midwest Agriculture
Study Finds Healthy River Ecosystems Vital to Removing Excess Nitrogen
Report: Drastic Greenhouse Cuts Not Enough
OSU President and Mrs. Ray Take Corvallis Energy Challenge
Social Critic David Korten to Speak
OSU Research Could Lead To Bio-fuels Processed From Algae
February 2008
New Study: Long-Term Global Warming May be Tough to Reverse
Recycled Fashion Show Opens at OSU
Environmental Law Scholar Mary Wood to Speak on ‘Nature's Trust’
AAAS Panel: Climate Change Creating Major Impacts on World’s Oceans
Low-Oxygen Events Unprecedented, Disrupt Ocean Ecosystem
Novelist Kim Stanley Robinson to Speak on 'The Future as Commons'
'Getting Biofuels Right' Topic of Lecture at OSU
Nike General Manager to Speak on Sustainability
January 2008
Search Begins for Director of New OUS Climate Research Institute
Oregon Reputation, Climate Change Drawing Students to New Master’s Program
Rapid Change in Ecosystems Challenges Species Survival
OSU Launches ‘Oregon Wildlife Explorer’ Portal
'Nonlinear' Ecosystem Response Offers Options to Environmental Gridlock
OSU to Host Small Farms Conference Focused on Direct Marketing
OSU Class Heading to Antarctica; Spots Open for Public
Local Businesses Invited to Open House
December 2007
AGU Talk: Science of Climate Change Needs to Scale Down to Community Level
Gift from Classmates.com Founder Boosts OSU Social Entrepreneurship Program
November 2007
OSU Launches New Website on Paulings’ Peace Activities
OSU to Team with Wallowa Resources in Rural Sustainability Partnership
Christmas trees get a little 'greener'
Survey Reveals Conflict Between Natural Resource Ideals, Realities
Oregon State University Ranked As A Campus Sustainability Leader
Scientists Mull Ecological Impacts of Wave Energy Projects
Conference to Explore Sustaining Oregon Forests
October 2007
Massive Fires Consistent with Climate Change, Predicted Years Ago
OSU Researchers Receive $2.3 Million from OWEB for Major Watershed Projects
OSU Launches First Ecological Engineering Degree in U.S.
Agricultural Foundation Awards 33 Grants to OSU Researchers
OSU MBA Program Ranked Among Top 100 by Aspen Institute
OSU tests green roofing options (Corvallis Gazette-Times)
OSU Scientists Open Green Roof Test Site
September 2007
OSU Researchers to Study Effect of Floods on Estuaries Through EPA Grant
Climate-change Outreach Project Funded
Conservation Biology Program at OSU Ranked First in Nation
August 2007
New Microbial Fuel Cell Design Boosts Electricity Production
Student Takes Solar Trailer on Road Trip
July 2007
OSU Students Demonstrate Sustainable Practices at New Center
Economists Find Current Biofuel Potential in Oregon May Be Costly and Limited
Weatherford Hall Granted LEED Certification
Oregon 4-H Receives $90,000 Grant From Weyerhaeuser Foundation
June 2007
Study to Examine Carbon Balance in Western U.S.
Wood Science Researcher Receives “Green Chemistry” Award
OSU/EPA Study to Focus on Danger Nanoparticles Pose to Humans, Environment
OSU Scientists to Study Human Health Effects of Manufactured Nanomaterials
Report Indicates Bioenergy Activity, Industry Moving Quickly in Oregon
Human Activities Increasing Carbon Sequestration in Forests
Researcher Finds Long-Term Ownership Key To Corporate Responsibility
Popular SeaFest Celebration to Return to Oregon Coast on June 23
OSU Students Make “Green” Polymer from Biodiesel, Wine Products
May 2007
How to Make the Most of the Water Already in the Soil, Naturally
Bottled Water Boom Has Environmental Drawbacks
OSU Hyslop Farm Field Day Focuses on Cereal Grains, Seed Crops
Distinguished Professors Speaking This Month on Climate Change, Materials Science
New L.L. Stewart Faculty Scholar to Create Online Courses for Safer Pest Management
Wave Energy Moving Forward, Update to Congress Planned
Documentary ‘Waterbuster’ To Show at OSU
OSU Students Vote Self-Imposed Fee to Purchase “Green” Energy for Campus
OSU Extension Specialist to Lead China Trip
April 2007
Engineering Expo Features Student Innovators
Chief Economist to Address Environmental Policy Issues in China
Amphibian Evolution in Losing Race With Environmental Change
OSU’s Ed Ray Signs “Presidents Climate Commitment” for Sustainability
OSU’s Hatfield Marine Science Center to Host Earth Day Events
OSU Oceanographers to Study at the North Pole for Clues to Arctic, Global Circulation
Predators help shape rivers by affecting grazing behaviors
Slow but Reasonably Sure: Burned Forest Lands Regenerate Naturally
March 2007
OSU/NOAA Study: Copper From Autos, Other Sources Increases Predation Risk to Salmon
Disease Opened Door to Invading Species in California, Pacific Northwest
February 2007
Recycled Fashion Show ‘Garbage Montage’ Opens at OSU
'Ten Commandments' Could Improve Fisheries Management
AAS Panel: Long-lived Deep-sea Fishes Imperiled by Technology, Overfishing
Scientists Say U.S. Needs to Plan for Climate Change-Induced Summer Droughts
Conference to Analyze Impact of Climate Change on Forests
Nationwide Demand for Organic Milk Opens Door for Oregon Dairies
January 2007
Study Finds Net Energy Of Biofuels Comes At a High Cost
Study Finds Major Gap Between Ecological Problems, Research Emphasis
King Island Research Leads to New Discoveries, Preservation of Culture
Andrews Forest Nominated for Major National Research Effort
OSU’s First Writer Laureate Presents a Reading
Extension Pesticide Roundup Nets 17,000 Pounds of Toxics
History of Forest Battles Offers View to Future
Meetings to Explore New Prairie Strategy in McDonald Forest
Nitrogen Study May Improve Accuracy of Ecological Predictions
Department of Design and Human Environment Hosts Career Event
Environmental Author, Panel to Consider Future
Study Finds Mercury Prevalent in Many Western Fish; Impact on Humans Uncertain
December 2006
OSU Develops “Micro” Wind Turbine for Green Buildings
New Tide Gate Designs Enhance Fish and Water Passage
OSU to Offer Online Graduate Certificate in Sustainable Natural Resources
Nature Study: Global Warming Will Reduce Ocean Productivity
November 2006
Student-Built Stills Can Create Clean Water
Fighting Pollution with Seaweeds? Perhaps, Sea Grant Research Indicates
Climate change and coastal erosion subject of OSU Byrne Lecture Nov. 15
OSU to Host Symposium on Sustainable Rural Communities
OSU Develops New Spuds For Organic Markets
October 2006
Wealthy Weekend “Amenity” Ranchers Taking Over The West
Cougar Predation Important in Wildland Ecosystems
OSU Marine Biologist to Chair Federal Advisory Committee
OSU to Break Ground on $10 Million Renovation of Historic Engineering Building
OSU Leading Major Research Effort to Track Carbon, Identify Dead Zone Processes
Starker Lectures to Explore 100 Years of Forestry
New Wood-Plastic Composites To Boost Industry, Help Use Waste Products
September 2006
Condon Lecture to Discuss Reduction of Greenhouse Gases
$1 Million Gift Allows Start of Apperson Hall Renovation
Kelley Engineering Center Earns Top Environmental Recognition
OSU Students Build Wind-Powered Water Heater
OSU and ODA Examine Potential for Canola as an Oil Crop
August 2006
OSU Center Saving Companies Millions in Energy Costs
New Model Helps Predict Biological Impact of Climate Change
July 2006
Farmers Bank on Beetles as a Pesticide-free Approach to Pest Management
Private, Public Land Conservation Growing, Needs Better Coordination
$400-Million Initiative Proposed to Address Amphibian Crisis
New Center Will Help Oregon Farmers Certify Their Good Work
June 2006
OSU Professor Embarks on Biodiesel-Powered Cross-Country Road Trip
Research Team to Explore Past Climate Looking for "Triggers" to Rapid Change
OSU to Launch Two Research Projects Through Rural Communities Initiative
May 2006
With 10 Years of Success, Oregon 4-H Program Expands Into New States
Sustainability Expert to Speak at College of Business Dean’s Lecture Series
OSU Expert to Speak on Wave Energy Possibilities for Coast
Animal Behaviorist Examines Truth and Reality in Science and Management
Menge to Lead Distinguished Professor Lecture Series on Oceans
New OSU Research Determines Whether Food Is Truly Local
OSU Hosts Third-Annual Electrathon Invitational
Prosperity May Be Blowing In The Wind, OSU Economists Say
Samoa Research Proves Coral Reef Recovery is Possible
April 2006
OSU Researchers Examine Effect of Livestock on Native Ecosystems
Events of Past Year Revealed Certainty of Climate Change
OSU Symposium to Examine Issues Facing Rural Communities
Funding, Research Interest Move Wave Energy Forward
OSU Proves Drip Irrigation Successful in Central Oregon
Wallowa Resources Field Program Scheduled
Contaminants May Play Role in White Sturgeon Decline
March 2006
Geosciences Seminar to Address Energy, Environmental Issues
February 2006
OSU to Host Public Forum on Scientific Ethics
Humans Dependent on Healthy, Resilient Oceans
Tiny Microreactor For Biodiesel Production Could Aid Farmers, Nation
Workshop to Provide Information on Indoor Air Quality
OSU Moves Forward To Meet President's Call For Bio-Energy Research
January 2006
Governor Kulongoski Issues New Sustainability Executive Order
New Energy Producing Technology Removes the Waste from Wastewater
Agreement Advances Lakeview Biomass Project
Extinctions Linked to Climate Change May Be Just the Beginning
December 2005
OSU Extension 4-H Wildlife Stewards Program Wins National Recognition
Medical Approach May Reduce Natural Resource Disputes
November 2005
Ice Cores Improve View of Climate History
October 2005
Researchers Strive to Harness Microbes to Make Hydrogen
September 2005
OSU Examines Relationship Between Obesity and Urban Sprawl
Extension Publishes Book on Eastside Forests
August 2005
Climate Change May Impact Vast Sagebrush Ecosystems
OSU Testing Pesticides That Are Less Toxic
Sun Grant Center Lands $8 million in Federal Funds
Oregon Students National Leaders in Recycling
Extension DVD Helps Land Managers Plan for the Future
"Dead zone" Off Oregon Coast Consistent with Effects of Global Warming
July 2005
Integrated Pest Management Equals Value Added (Capital Press)
June 2005
Wallowa Resources Program Explores Local Issues
May 2005
OSUstainability May 2005 Newsletter
OSU Talks Focus on Sustainable Economics
Workshop Demonstrates Different No-till Drills
OSU To Host Sustainable Engineering and Technology Expo
April 2005
Mussels Inspire Important New Adhesive
OSU Institute Recognized for Conservation Initiative
Oregon Solutions Project to Produce Energy, Aid Forest Health
March 2005
Earth's Services in Peril, New Report Concludes
