Endangered Bird of the Week – The Swift Parrot
Known as Swift “Waylitja” in the indigenous Tasmanian language, this native Australian parrot is recognized for its vibrant green feathers, long, thin tail, scarlet face and bright blue forehead. They …
Sustainability
Artificial Reefs: A Double-Edged Sword
As ecosystem conservation and environmental health becomes increasingly important, we have turned to several solutions in an attempt to mitigate the challenges facing our coastal areas and oceans. One that …
Bellevue College Hosts Campus Cleanup
On May 14, the Climate Justice Club, Breathe Easy BC, and the Office of Sustainability brought students and faculty together to assist in cleaning up Bellevue College’s campus. As participants …
BC Office of Sustainability Surveys Students on Its Climate Action Plan
Bellevue College’s (BC) Office of Sustainability is now surveying the campus community about its Climate Action Plan. The survey is available digitally to everyone in the community and allows respondents …
Dr. David May Takes Over as BC’s President: What is His Vision for the Future of BC?
“[To] help the institution find a path forward.” That’s how Dr. David May, in part, describes his job as the President of Bellevue College. He also describes it as being …
“Save Luma”: Seattle Activists and Snoqualmie Tribe Unite to Protect Culturally Significant Tree Threatened by Real Estate Development
Seattle activists and members of the Snoqualmie tribe are rallying behind the protection of Luma, a Culturally Modified Tree (CMT) in the neighborhood of Wedgwood. Some activists — called “tree …
Is Washington’s Water Safe to Drink? ‘Forever Chemicals’ are Found Around Our Water Sources
As Washingtonians start their day with a fresh cup of coffee, a reality lies unseen at the bottom of their cups — an invisible yet potent threat in the form …
OPINION: Are We on the Verge of a Nuclear Fusion Unlimited Energy Revolution?
The world is on the brink of an energy revolution that could provide a near-limitless, safe and clean energy source for everyone. Recent breakthroughs in nuclear fusion technology have brought …
Sustainable Small Business Spotlight: BC’s Earth Market Showcases Local Eco-Friendly Brands
From April 17 to April 22, BC’s Office of Sustainability hosted their 24th annual Earth Week, which was filled with events reflecting their “Resilience in Action: Stronger Together” theme. They …
Edible, Rechargeable Batteries are Now a Thing
Researchers have figured out how to make edible, rechargeable batteries. The first one ever was created at Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia and uses vitamin B2 and quercetin alongside nori seaweed, …
Bellevue College Hosts 24th Annual Earth Week Celebration
The Office of Sustainability is hosting Earth Week at Bellevue College from April 17 to April 22. This is the 24th annual celebration, and this year’s theme is “Resilience in …
The Environmental and Economic Impacts of The Willow Project
ConocoPhillips is a U.S. oil and gas company that explores and produces crude oil and natural gas deposits. The company acquired a part of Alaska’s North Slope in 1999 and …
Participate in BC’s Fibonacci Footprint Project Combining Art and Science to Address Climate Change
Bellevue College (BC) students interested in art and science have the opportunity to participate in a collaborative project that brings artists and scientists together to focus on the impact of …
Boost Your Resume and Make a Difference: BC Office of Sustainability is Hiring for Two Student Sustainability Positions
Bellevue College’s Office of Sustainability recently released an update regarding the new environmental changes implemented on campus. Throughout the past quarter, Building L adopted a “centralized waste and mini-max program,” …
Take the BC Transportation Survey for a Chance to Win
Bellevue College students can take this transportation survey for a chance to win a sourdough bread making kit, boba tea making kit or kombucha making kit. Questions include information like …
OPINION: The Issue with Fast Fashion
Fast fashion is the name that has been given to the quick turnaround of ideas from what celebrities wear or what appears on the catwalk into items of clothing. These …
WA Energy Code will Require Electric Heating in New Buildings
This year, Washington state started a law that all new buildings have to have electric space heating and hot water systems. This goes into effect on July 1, 2023. The …
OPINION: Generation Z Could Have a Dire Impact On Our Future
Generation Z is the first generation to share the collective experience of war, pandemics, financial instability, and climate change. The cohort of up-and-coming world leaders born from 1995 to 2010 …
Earth Week 2022: BC Office of Sustainability Calls for Ideas
Every year Bellevue College’s Office of Sustainability holds an Earth Week celebration that focuses on climate justice, action, and education for our campus and community. The theme this year? “Climate …
Sustainability Funding Applications Open
Did you know you could get your sustainability project funded through the Student Environmental Sustainability Fund (SESF)? The SESF committee is in charge of recommending revenue allocation from the student’s …