On May 3, the peer-reviewed journal Nature Communications released a report describing a powerful archeological discovery—how Indigenous peoples, of North American coasts and Australia, cultivated and harvested oysters for upwards…
Scoot right out of my city
E-scooters not a valid form of transportation Blocking the curb? In pieces in the street? Hogging the bike lanes? Somehow in the neighbor’s yard? E-Scooters may be fun to ride…
It’s not my fault the planet is dying
Earth isn’t dying because of the actions of the individual. Blame corporations, not people. Our ecosystem has been greatly disrupted by pollution, over-hunting and abuse of resources. Climate change, gas…
PSU celebrates sustainability on and off campus
Portland State held their 12th annual Sustainability Celebration on May 23 with a display of sustainable projects on campus, speakers on sustainability and information about various sustainability-focused student groups. Dr….
Sustainable isn’t accessible
Sustainable living is an idealistic lifestyle that is not attainable or inclusive for the average person. The money and time the lifestyle requires is not something that most possess and…
Accessible sustainability
The truth is that the choice to live a more eco-conscious lifestyle and stand up for the environment costs nothing—changing your mindset will change your habits. Capitalism is trying to…
PSU partners with Port of Portland to eliminate nearly 2,700 tons of food waste
Portland State Community Environmental Services graduate student Monica Fleisher met with local press on Thursday, Dec. 14 at Portland International Airport to announce the success of a recent research collaboration…
The Eagle Creek wake-up call
I woke up to the fire’s Level One Evacuations only ten miles away and so much smoke that I could barely breathe properly inside my house. Somewhat alarmed, my mom…
Jaw-st wanting some room to swim
The ocean poses as a scary place. No one knows how deep it runs. No one knows what kind of creatures delve in that deep darkness. No one knows much….
Seven veggie heavens
It’s harvest season in Portland, and that means fresh, locally grown produce is in season and available at your neighborhood market. If you’re looking for a grocery store that provides…
Take advantage of local affordable CSA options
Summer is the season of fresh fruits and vegetables ripe and ready for us all to enjoy. Here in the Pacific Northwest, we are lucky enough to have a large…