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Talon Toledo, pictured on Monday, Oct. 17, 2016, is the co-president of Construction in Indian Country Student Organization at ASU. Toledo's club represents the interest of Native American communities at ASU.

Construction in Indian Country Student Organization brings Native American voices to important issues

CIICSO is a student organization dedicated to representing Native American students within the school of Construction Management.

By Garrison S. Murphy | October 17, 2016

Freshman Sophie Allen drinks water from an ASU fountain on Sept. 28, 2016.

Carcinogenic chemical found in Valley water supply sparks debate over safe levels

Although the carcinogenic chemical chromium-6 hit Phoenix harder than any city in the nation, officials said the drinking water is still safe.

By Victor Keys | October 6, 2016

Christopher Frettoloso, a senior sustainability major and co-founder of BetR-Blok, LLC, talks about his company’s sustainable building material on Wednesday, Oct. 5. BetR-Bloks are created using recycled paper and other cellulose materials, according to the company’s website.

The building blocks for sustainability: Betr-Blok makes recyclable building materials

With an alternative form of building materials, Betr-Blok aims to make construction more sustainable

By Ethan Millman | October 6, 2016

5 things you need to know about the first presidential debate

Presidential nominees Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton took to the stage on Monday for the first presidential debate between the two.

By Savannah Haas | September 29, 2016

Patagonia's Head of Marketing Vincent Stanley speaks about the company's sustainability initiatives in Wrigley Hall on September 21st, 2016.

Patagonia head philosopher speaks to ASU students about sustainability

Patagonia philosopher Vincent Stanley spoke at the sustainability school to address environmentally conscious business.

By Ethan Millman | September 22, 2016

"The New Animist" art exhibit re-evaluates man and nature

The New Animist opens minds to new perspectives in the struggle against environmental degradation.

By Sam Deadrick | August 23, 2016

Phoenix DNC hearing showcases environmental reform, universal healthcare

The Democratic National Committee’s platform drafting committee held it’s second session of hearings last week in downtown Phoenix.

By Isaac Windes | June 20, 2016

The Center for Negative Carbon Emissions is working on a project to remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.

ASU center seeks to reverse CO2 emissions crisis with new project

The Center for Negative Carbon Emissions at ASU seeks to negate our CO2 output through a variety of solutions.

By Arren Kimbel-Sannit | November 22, 2015

It's not a motorcycle, it's not a bicycle, it's a magic carpet

ASU alumnus Tel Tucker has developed his own version of electric bikes using his background knowledge in chemistry and batteries.

By Michael Close | September 14, 2015

Bioenergy is simply unrealistic

The major switch to biofuels would only increase environmental problems rather than fix them.

By Noah Smith | March 2, 2015

President Obama should veto Keystone Pipeline XL

With Congress making quick progress on the Keystone XL pipeline, President Obama should stick to his guns and veto the pipeline.

By Alec Grafil | February 3, 2015

New ozone regulations show compromise

The Environmental Protection Agency announced new regulations for ozone emissions this week that have been attacked by both sides of the issue, but should be embraced by everyone.

By Zach Josephson | December 1, 2014

ASU students raise money for medical supplies in Fijian coastal village

ASU students participating in a School of Human Evolution and Social Change study abroad program in Fiji took the health of their host community into their own hands by starting a fundraiser for basic medical supplies.

By Megann Phillips | November 23, 2014

ASU researchers Dan Buttry (right) and coworkers Helme Castro (left) and Poonam Singh work in the lab.
(Photo Courtesy of ASU News/Photo by Mary Zhu)

ASU scientists develop carbon capture technology

A team of scientists at ASU are working to improve carbon capture technology after receiving funding from the U.S. Department of Energy.

By Megann Phillips | November 5, 2014

An iVFT to Teotihuacan, Mexico, teaches users about early civilizations. (Photo courtesy of Steven Semken)

Virtual field trips provide ASU students with immersive online learning environment

Immersive virtual field trips, also known as iVFTs, allow ASU students and others to visit scientifically important locations around the world without leaving their desk.

By Megann Phillips | October 19, 2014

Joy Harjo and Winona LaDuke at ASU West campus

American Indians present on art and culture in environmental and social sustainability

Guest speakers Winona LeDuke and Joy Harjo, both American Indian activists, came to discuss how they utilize American Indian lessons in modern societal and environmental progress.

By Rachael Tashbook | October 2, 2014