USU Extension Sustainability
@usuextsustainable.bsky.social
Providing information in environmental sustainability with five thematic areas: Land, Air, Food, Energy and Water.
🐝🌿 What if the way bees build could help cool our cities?
CoolAnt, a beehive-shaped cooling device made from terracotta, uses evaporative cooling, a small pump, and recycled water to lower indoor temperatures using far less energy. It’s simple, nature-inspired design that can offer real solutions.
CoolAnt, a beehive-shaped cooling device made from terracotta, uses evaporative cooling, a small pump, and recycled water to lower indoor temperatures using far less energy. It’s simple, nature-inspired design that can offer real solutions.
January 17, 2026 at 3:22 AM
🐝🌿 What if the way bees build could help cool our cities?
CoolAnt, a beehive-shaped cooling device made from terracotta, uses evaporative cooling, a small pump, and recycled water to lower indoor temperatures using far less energy. It’s simple, nature-inspired design that can offer real solutions.
CoolAnt, a beehive-shaped cooling device made from terracotta, uses evaporative cooling, a small pump, and recycled water to lower indoor temperatures using far less energy. It’s simple, nature-inspired design that can offer real solutions.
We’re excited to share the Utah Farmers Market Network’s new mission statement—grounded in connection, collaboration, and growth across markets in our beautiful state.
This mission guides our work as we strengthen markets, support farmers, and grow local impact together 💛 🌾 #MarketMonday
This mission guides our work as we strengthen markets, support farmers, and grow local impact together 💛 🌾 #MarketMonday
January 12, 2026 at 1:15 PM
We’re excited to share the Utah Farmers Market Network’s new mission statement—grounded in connection, collaboration, and growth across markets in our beautiful state.
This mission guides our work as we strengthen markets, support farmers, and grow local impact together 💛 🌾 #MarketMonday
This mission guides our work as we strengthen markets, support farmers, and grow local impact together 💛 🌾 #MarketMonday
Water harvesting is the practice of using rain, snow, & stormwater runoff, in ways that keep it accessible over time.
It's about intelligent design, not just collection, making landscapes more productive and less water-dependent.
👉Learn more: www.harvestingrainwater.com/water-harves...
It's about intelligent design, not just collection, making landscapes more productive and less water-dependent.
👉Learn more: www.harvestingrainwater.com/water-harves...
January 10, 2026 at 2:44 AM
Water harvesting is the practice of using rain, snow, & stormwater runoff, in ways that keep it accessible over time.
It's about intelligent design, not just collection, making landscapes more productive and less water-dependent.
👉Learn more: www.harvestingrainwater.com/water-harves...
It's about intelligent design, not just collection, making landscapes more productive and less water-dependent.
👉Learn more: www.harvestingrainwater.com/water-harves...
The Utah High School Clean Air Marketing Contest is here! The 2026 state winners will be announced Saturday, February 14 at 10:30 a.m. at the Nora Eccles Harrison Museum of Art.
A panel of 35 distinguished judges will select our winners!
🖇️ More information: extension.usu.edu/cleanaircont...
A panel of 35 distinguished judges will select our winners!
🖇️ More information: extension.usu.edu/cleanaircont...
January 7, 2026 at 10:58 PM
The Utah High School Clean Air Marketing Contest is here! The 2026 state winners will be announced Saturday, February 14 at 10:30 a.m. at the Nora Eccles Harrison Museum of Art.
A panel of 35 distinguished judges will select our winners!
🖇️ More information: extension.usu.edu/cleanaircont...
A panel of 35 distinguished judges will select our winners!
🖇️ More information: extension.usu.edu/cleanaircont...
Happy Breathe Better Wednesday!
We often focus on outdoor air quality, but improving indoor air matters too! Simple changes like replacing furnace filters or using air purifiers can have a meaningful impact on your health and comfort.
🔗Read more here: yaleclimateconnections.org/2025/12/impr...
We often focus on outdoor air quality, but improving indoor air matters too! Simple changes like replacing furnace filters or using air purifiers can have a meaningful impact on your health and comfort.
🔗Read more here: yaleclimateconnections.org/2025/12/impr...
December 31, 2025 at 9:44 PM
Happy Breathe Better Wednesday!
We often focus on outdoor air quality, but improving indoor air matters too! Simple changes like replacing furnace filters or using air purifiers can have a meaningful impact on your health and comfort.
🔗Read more here: yaleclimateconnections.org/2025/12/impr...
We often focus on outdoor air quality, but improving indoor air matters too! Simple changes like replacing furnace filters or using air purifiers can have a meaningful impact on your health and comfort.
🔗Read more here: yaleclimateconnections.org/2025/12/impr...
Dive into the fascinating world of biogeochemistry and dryland science with ecologist Brooke Osborne!
Learn more about Brooke’s ongoing research into soil carbon storage, particularly in the context of grazing practices and land management.
🔗Full podcast here: sciencemoab.org/radio/?utm_s...
Learn more about Brooke’s ongoing research into soil carbon storage, particularly in the context of grazing practices and land management.
🔗Full podcast here: sciencemoab.org/radio/?utm_s...
December 11, 2025 at 1:42 AM
Dive into the fascinating world of biogeochemistry and dryland science with ecologist Brooke Osborne!
Learn more about Brooke’s ongoing research into soil carbon storage, particularly in the context of grazing practices and land management.
🔗Full podcast here: sciencemoab.org/radio/?utm_s...
Learn more about Brooke’s ongoing research into soil carbon storage, particularly in the context of grazing practices and land management.
🔗Full podcast here: sciencemoab.org/radio/?utm_s...
Breathe Better Wednesday Spotlight = An exclusive Q&A centered on the Great Salt Lake.
As the lake shrinks, toxic dust from the exposed lakebed can drift onto agricultural fields, impacting everything from crop yields to long-term soil health.
Please share this event with a neighbor or friend!
As the lake shrinks, toxic dust from the exposed lakebed can drift onto agricultural fields, impacting everything from crop yields to long-term soil health.
Please share this event with a neighbor or friend!
December 3, 2025 at 10:48 PM
Breathe Better Wednesday Spotlight = An exclusive Q&A centered on the Great Salt Lake.
As the lake shrinks, toxic dust from the exposed lakebed can drift onto agricultural fields, impacting everything from crop yields to long-term soil health.
Please share this event with a neighbor or friend!
As the lake shrinks, toxic dust from the exposed lakebed can drift onto agricultural fields, impacting everything from crop yields to long-term soil health.
Please share this event with a neighbor or friend!
✨ Our newest blog is live and this one feels extra close to home.
We’re highlighting a Utah dad who’s using electric lawn care to make his neighborhood cleaner, quieter, and a little more sustainable.
Read more here: extension.usu.edu/sustainabili...
We’re highlighting a Utah dad who’s using electric lawn care to make his neighborhood cleaner, quieter, and a little more sustainable.
Read more here: extension.usu.edu/sustainabili...
December 2, 2025 at 4:55 PM
✨ Our newest blog is live and this one feels extra close to home.
We’re highlighting a Utah dad who’s using electric lawn care to make his neighborhood cleaner, quieter, and a little more sustainable.
Read more here: extension.usu.edu/sustainabili...
We’re highlighting a Utah dad who’s using electric lawn care to make his neighborhood cleaner, quieter, and a little more sustainable.
Read more here: extension.usu.edu/sustainabili...
Winter may be here, but Utah farmers are still bringing incredible local food to market!
Buying seasonally in winter supports local producers year-round and keeps Utah’s food system strong!
Check your local winter market for weekly availability and vendor highlights!
#UtahFarmersMarketNetwork
Buying seasonally in winter supports local producers year-round and keeps Utah’s food system strong!
Check your local winter market for weekly availability and vendor highlights!
#UtahFarmersMarketNetwork
December 1, 2025 at 3:15 PM
Winter may be here, but Utah farmers are still bringing incredible local food to market!
Buying seasonally in winter supports local producers year-round and keeps Utah’s food system strong!
Check your local winter market for weekly availability and vendor highlights!
#UtahFarmersMarketNetwork
Buying seasonally in winter supports local producers year-round and keeps Utah’s food system strong!
Check your local winter market for weekly availability and vendor highlights!
#UtahFarmersMarketNetwork
We’re gearing up for the 2026 Utah Farmers Market Network Annual Forum — January 17th in Cedar City! 🌄
It’s the one day a year when market managers, food leaders, and local food champions across Utah come together to learn, connect, and strengthen our state’s food system.
👉 Details in bio
It’s the one day a year when market managers, food leaders, and local food champions across Utah come together to learn, connect, and strengthen our state’s food system.
👉 Details in bio
November 17, 2025 at 5:54 PM
We’re gearing up for the 2026 Utah Farmers Market Network Annual Forum — January 17th in Cedar City! 🌄
It’s the one day a year when market managers, food leaders, and local food champions across Utah come together to learn, connect, and strengthen our state’s food system.
👉 Details in bio
It’s the one day a year when market managers, food leaders, and local food champions across Utah come together to learn, connect, and strengthen our state’s food system.
👉 Details in bio
Utah is leading the way in solar innovation. Earlier this year, it became the first state in the U.S. to pass legislation allowing portable, plug-in solar systems.
These systems are gaining attention across the country as an easy, accessible way to bring renewable energy home!✨
These systems are gaining attention across the country as an easy, accessible way to bring renewable energy home!✨
November 12, 2025 at 7:05 PM
Utah is leading the way in solar innovation. Earlier this year, it became the first state in the U.S. to pass legislation allowing portable, plug-in solar systems.
These systems are gaining attention across the country as an easy, accessible way to bring renewable energy home!✨
These systems are gaining attention across the country as an easy, accessible way to bring renewable energy home!✨
Did you know Utah’s first farmers markets date back to the early 1900s? Back then, markets were simple community gatherings where farmers sold fresh produce, eggs, and dairy straight from their wagons.
October 20, 2025 at 8:53 PM
Did you know Utah’s first farmers markets date back to the early 1900s? Back then, markets were simple community gatherings where farmers sold fresh produce, eggs, and dairy straight from their wagons.
Farmers markets keep money local, support small businesses, reduce waste, and bring communities together in ways big stores can’t. 🌽🥕
For the past three years, we’ve partnered with Utah State University to understand how markets serve Utah communities and the findings are big!
For the past three years, we’ve partnered with Utah State University to understand how markets serve Utah communities and the findings are big!
October 14, 2025 at 1:43 AM
Farmers markets keep money local, support small businesses, reduce waste, and bring communities together in ways big stores can’t. 🌽🥕
For the past three years, we’ve partnered with Utah State University to understand how markets serve Utah communities and the findings are big!
For the past three years, we’ve partnered with Utah State University to understand how markets serve Utah communities and the findings are big!
🌿 Permaculture in Japan 🇯🇵
Outside Tokyo, the Yokomura Eco-Lodge demonstrates how sustainable design and permaculture principles can create a self-sufficient way of living.
Projects like this highlight how sustainability and cultural heritage can work together to inspire resilient communities. 🌾
Outside Tokyo, the Yokomura Eco-Lodge demonstrates how sustainable design and permaculture principles can create a self-sufficient way of living.
Projects like this highlight how sustainability and cultural heritage can work together to inspire resilient communities. 🌾
October 11, 2025 at 1:33 AM
🌿 Permaculture in Japan 🇯🇵
Outside Tokyo, the Yokomura Eco-Lodge demonstrates how sustainable design and permaculture principles can create a self-sufficient way of living.
Projects like this highlight how sustainability and cultural heritage can work together to inspire resilient communities. 🌾
Outside Tokyo, the Yokomura Eco-Lodge demonstrates how sustainable design and permaculture principles can create a self-sufficient way of living.
Projects like this highlight how sustainability and cultural heritage can work together to inspire resilient communities. 🌾
This week, we’re celebrating Utah’s $200M investment to restore the Great Salt Lake by 2034—just in time for the Olympics.
How do you think Utahns can help save the lake?
👉 Learn more: Link in bio
Join us every #BreatheBetterWednesday by making choices that protect our lake, land, and air.
How do you think Utahns can help save the lake?
👉 Learn more: Link in bio
Join us every #BreatheBetterWednesday by making choices that protect our lake, land, and air.
October 9, 2025 at 12:06 AM
This week, we’re celebrating Utah’s $200M investment to restore the Great Salt Lake by 2034—just in time for the Olympics.
How do you think Utahns can help save the lake?
👉 Learn more: Link in bio
Join us every #BreatheBetterWednesday by making choices that protect our lake, land, and air.
How do you think Utahns can help save the lake?
👉 Learn more: Link in bio
Join us every #BreatheBetterWednesday by making choices that protect our lake, land, and air.
✨ We can’t wait to share this one with you! Our next blog highlights Momentum Recycling, a Utah-based recycling service providing collections for a variety of materials, with a special focus on glass. John opens up about their mission to give waste new life!
October 3, 2025 at 3:07 PM
✨ We can’t wait to share this one with you! Our next blog highlights Momentum Recycling, a Utah-based recycling service providing collections for a variety of materials, with a special focus on glass. John opens up about their mission to give waste new life!
Farmers markets are the ❤️ of our communities—places to connect, support local growers, and celebrate the unique flavor of each region.🌽✨
My name is Jaclyn Pace, and I’m honored to serve as Director of the Utah Farmers Market Network!
My name is Jaclyn Pace, and I’m honored to serve as Director of the Utah Farmers Market Network!
September 29, 2025 at 7:18 PM
Farmers markets are the ❤️ of our communities—places to connect, support local growers, and celebrate the unique flavor of each region.🌽✨
My name is Jaclyn Pace, and I’m honored to serve as Director of the Utah Farmers Market Network!
My name is Jaclyn Pace, and I’m honored to serve as Director of the Utah Farmers Market Network!
Deep Medicine Circle and Top Leaf Farms in Oakland, CA have developed a rooftop farming project growing 20,000+ pounds of food every year!
They cultivate native medicinal herbs, perennials, flowers, and veggies while embodying permaculture ethics: care for the earth, care for people, and fair share.
They cultivate native medicinal herbs, perennials, flowers, and veggies while embodying permaculture ethics: care for the earth, care for people, and fair share.
September 26, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Deep Medicine Circle and Top Leaf Farms in Oakland, CA have developed a rooftop farming project growing 20,000+ pounds of food every year!
They cultivate native medicinal herbs, perennials, flowers, and veggies while embodying permaculture ethics: care for the earth, care for people, and fair share.
They cultivate native medicinal herbs, perennials, flowers, and veggies while embodying permaculture ethics: care for the earth, care for people, and fair share.
🍎🥕🍐 September is peak season for some of Utah’s best harvests! From juicy peaches and crisp apples to sweet corn and hearty squash, the farmers market is overflowing with fresh, local flavor this month.
✨ Shop local. Eat seasonal. Support Utah farmers.
#EatLocal #UtahFarmersMarket #SeasonalEating
✨ Shop local. Eat seasonal. Support Utah farmers.
#EatLocal #UtahFarmersMarket #SeasonalEating
September 15, 2025 at 3:49 PM
🍎🥕🍐 September is peak season for some of Utah’s best harvests! From juicy peaches and crisp apples to sweet corn and hearty squash, the farmers market is overflowing with fresh, local flavor this month.
✨ Shop local. Eat seasonal. Support Utah farmers.
#EatLocal #UtahFarmersMarket #SeasonalEating
✨ Shop local. Eat seasonal. Support Utah farmers.
#EatLocal #UtahFarmersMarket #SeasonalEating
What if farming didn’t just feed us—but also healed the planet?
Resilience Design is already changing lives—impacting millions of people across Africa and beyond.🌱💧🐝
👉 Swipe through to see how it works, and learn more at globalresiliencedesign.com
#resiliencedesign #soilhealth #permaculturefriday
Resilience Design is already changing lives—impacting millions of people across Africa and beyond.🌱💧🐝
👉 Swipe through to see how it works, and learn more at globalresiliencedesign.com
#resiliencedesign #soilhealth #permaculturefriday
September 5, 2025 at 5:05 PM
What if farming didn’t just feed us—but also healed the planet?
Resilience Design is already changing lives—impacting millions of people across Africa and beyond.🌱💧🐝
👉 Swipe through to see how it works, and learn more at globalresiliencedesign.com
#resiliencedesign #soilhealth #permaculturefriday
Resilience Design is already changing lives—impacting millions of people across Africa and beyond.🌱💧🐝
👉 Swipe through to see how it works, and learn more at globalresiliencedesign.com
#resiliencedesign #soilhealth #permaculturefriday
Ahupua‘a are Native Hawaiian land divisions that stretch from the mountains to the sea—showing how water, food, and community are deeply connected. Indigenous practices like taro farming and water sharing are key to restoring land, health, and culture. 🌊🌺
www.nationofhawaii.org/ahupuaa/
www.nationofhawaii.org/ahupuaa/
August 9, 2025 at 1:00 AM
Ahupua‘a are Native Hawaiian land divisions that stretch from the mountains to the sea—showing how water, food, and community are deeply connected. Indigenous practices like taro farming and water sharing are key to restoring land, health, and culture. 🌊🌺
www.nationofhawaii.org/ahupuaa/
www.nationofhawaii.org/ahupuaa/
Learn 4 easy, efficient, and practical ways to save water in your landscape! Join Dr. Shital Poudyal on Aug 12 at 2pm for a free Zoom webinar full of actionable, DIY strategies.
usu.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
usu.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
August 6, 2025 at 12:00 AM
Learn 4 easy, efficient, and practical ways to save water in your landscape! Join Dr. Shital Poudyal on Aug 12 at 2pm for a free Zoom webinar full of actionable, DIY strategies.
usu.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
usu.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
Join us for the first annual Utah Energy Week, Sept. 16–18 at the University of Utah! Explore energy innovation, resilience, and sustainability through expert panels, breakout sessions, and networking.
Register now! 🌎⚡
www.research.utah.edu/energy-futur...
Register now! 🌎⚡
www.research.utah.edu/energy-futur...
August 4, 2025 at 3:16 PM
Join us for the first annual Utah Energy Week, Sept. 16–18 at the University of Utah! Explore energy innovation, resilience, and sustainability through expert panels, breakout sessions, and networking.
Register now! 🌎⚡
www.research.utah.edu/energy-futur...
Register now! 🌎⚡
www.research.utah.edu/energy-futur...
Ancient farming techniques like Aztec chinampas and Inca terraces show that innovation isn't always modern. Explore sustainable solutions from civilizations across history. 🌱🌍
www.youtube.com/watch?v=ASGC...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=ASGC...
August 3, 2025 at 12:30 AM
Ancient farming techniques like Aztec chinampas and Inca terraces show that innovation isn't always modern. Explore sustainable solutions from civilizations across history. 🌱🌍
www.youtube.com/watch?v=ASGC...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=ASGC...
A new report, Climate Change in the American Mind: Spring 2025, shares the latest on U.S. beliefs about climate change, its causes, and solutions. See how public opinion is shifting.
🔗 climatecommunication.yale.edu/publications...
#ClimateChange #PublicOpinion #ClimateAction
🔗 climatecommunication.yale.edu/publications...
#ClimateChange #PublicOpinion #ClimateAction
July 22, 2025 at 5:04 PM
A new report, Climate Change in the American Mind: Spring 2025, shares the latest on U.S. beliefs about climate change, its causes, and solutions. See how public opinion is shifting.
🔗 climatecommunication.yale.edu/publications...
#ClimateChange #PublicOpinion #ClimateAction
🔗 climatecommunication.yale.edu/publications...
#ClimateChange #PublicOpinion #ClimateAction