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Mital Hall - Achieving a Net Zero Future: Opportunities and Challenges from a CRE Perspective
Join our talk on Achieving a Net Zero Future in CRE. Learn key drivers for decarbonizing CRE, explore net zero opportunities and challenges, and gain insights from JLL case studies. Discover how to create a sustainable future. Don't miss out!
April 19, 2023Events
Alumni Spotlight: Ericka Leigh’s Sustainable Fashion and Textile Composting Business
Ericka Leigh graduated from the Patel College of Global Sustainability in December 2015 with a degree in Sustainability Tourism and a concentration in Sustainable Agriculture and Food Security. Ericka is currently involved in various sustainability projects, working with several local companies and organizations.
April 1, 2023Alumni Highlights
International Collaboration in Algae Research with the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki in Greece
The Patel College of Global Sustainability (PCGS) has teamed up with the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (AUTh) in Greece to advance the commercial development of algae, a potentially sustainable source of transportation fuels and consumer products.
April 1, 2023Events, Faculty News
PCGS Sustainable Business Concentration Director, Dr. Pradeep Haldar Receives the Excellence in Civic & Community Engagement Award from the USF Office of Community Engagement.
PCGS Sustainable Business Concentration Director, Dr. Pradeep Haldar received the Excellence in Civic & Community Engagement Award as a recognition of PCGS’ partnership with the Tampa International Airport. Last semester, PCGS students in his class collaborated with TPA to review and revamp their environmental, social governance reporting efforts.
April 1, 2023Faculty News
Envision Workshop - Spring 2023
Envision training is provided to equip participants with fundamental skills and knowledge to support a career in infrastructure. The workshop will take place on April 20 & 21, 2023, from 11 AM - 3 PM, in room CGS 136/138. The workshop will be hosted by Ms. Ifetayo Venner, President of Water Environment Federation.
April 1, 2023Events
Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Kebreab Ghebremichael’s Global Impact on Water and Sustainability
Dr. Kebreab Ghebremichael is an Associate Professor of Instruction and Director of the Water Sustainability Concentration in the M.S. program at the Patel College of Global Sustainability. Dr. Ghebremichael encourages students to explore further on their own and consult with PCGS professors to guide and support their sustainability careers.
April 1, 2023Faculty News
Podcast: How To Make Biogas At Home With A Biogas Digester With Dr. T.H. Culhane On Mother Earth News
PCGS Climate Director, Dr. T.H. Culhane, appeared on the Mother Earth News’ podcast to discuss biodigester's and how to create a small homemade biogas digester that uses household “waste.” The highlight of the podcast was an interview with former PCGS student, Kenny Coogan.
March 1, 2023Faculty News
From Corporate Sustainability to Acheiving Project Goals for Clients: Sustainability Career Opportunities
Amy Pastor, VP of Sustainability at EXP, is a licensed mechanical engineer specializing in sustainable design, energy studies, and project management. With over 3,000 professionals, EXP offers engineering and consulting services globally. Amy's holistic approach to sustainable design assesses infrastructure systems to meet environmental requirements.
February 15, 2023Events
Alumni Spotlight: Winnie Mulamba
Winnie Mulamba was in the class of ‘19 at the Patel College of Global Sustainability with the academic concentration in Water Sustainability. Currently, Winnie is an Executive Director and is leading two sustainability collectives: Florida For Good (FFG) and B Tourism (BT), which are generating impacts on the local industry.
February 1, 2023Alumni Highlights
“Breastfeeding: A Foundational Strategy to Strengthen Sustainability in Infant Nutrition and Development” by Dr. Joseph Dorsey and Marian Davidove, M.A., RDN
Dr. Joseph Dorsey co-authored Chapter 17 in the Routledge Handbook of Sustainable Diets with PCGS alumna and Nutritionist, Marian Davidove, M.A., RDN. The chapter is entitled “Breastfeeding: A foundation strategy to strengthen sustainability in infant nutrition and development” and highlights how initiating breastfeeding early in a child’s life is the cornerstone for implementing a sustainable diet with long-term positive effects.
February 1, 2023Faculty News, PCGS in Publications
Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Joseph Dorsey
Dr. Joseph Dorsey is a faculty member and Associate Dean at the Patel College of Global Sustainability. Learn more about Dr. Dorsey’s background in sustainability and his thoughts on Black History Month as we are highlighting and celebrating contributions by African Americans at PCGS.
February 1, 2023Faculty News
PCGS Student Kaylin Strauch was Awarded the 2023 Amy and Michael Drake Scholarship
Contiuing the PCGS tradition of recognizing and supporting outstanding students, PCGS awarded Kaylin Strauch the 2022 Amy and Michael Drake Scholarship. Amy and Michael Drake and Kaylin attended the Scholarship Award Luncheon with Dean Govindan Parayil, and PCGS faculty and staff.
February 1, 2023Events, Newsletters