The Poly CAP
Cal Poly SLO CRP 410 & 411 studio is currently working on the draft Climate Action Plan for the Univ
The CRP 410 studio is currently working on drafting the Cal Poly Climate Action Plan. This document will help campus reduce Greenhouse Gas emissions and create a healthier environment!
09/03/2016
The 411 studio spent a morning asking students to take a survey that helps determine level of support for some draft policies. Overall there was an amazing turnout. Polly the Polar Bear helped too!
Climate Action Plan - Campuswide Outreach Event The Cal Poly students of CRP 411, otherwise known as the PolyCap team, went out across the campus to spread knowledge and gather opinion about climate change...
07/03/2016
With rain forecasted for the next week, learn more about stormwater management on campus with our very own Tanner Shelton!
Cal Poly and Stormwater Management ft. Tanner Shelton The Water team in CRP 411 prepared this information to illuminate problems with infrastructure on campus in Cal Poly San Luis Obispo during storm events. the...
22/02/2016
Have you ever read this book? Soon to be a movie, the story examines a world at a "breaking point due to climate change."
Leonardo DiCaprio to Produce YA Adaptation 'Sandcastle Empire' for Paramount Paramount Pictures has optioned the YA novel "The Sandcastle Empire" with Leonardo DiCaprio on board to produce. Jennifer Davisson, DiCaprio's partner at Appian Way, is also attached to produce thr...
18/02/2016
Rooftop solar helps reduce the cost of energy, but it has been hotly contested between utilities commissions and customers. What should happen with the savings? California recently figured out how they plan on distributing the wealth.
It's All in the Timing: California Transitions to Time-Based Net Metering
16/02/2016
Diplomats from all over the world came together last December to discuss the imposing problems of climate change. Click the link to learn more!
15/02/2016
Flying is can be a large contributor to your carbon footprint. NASA is working on ways to reduce its impact.
11/02/2016
Do you think Cal Poly's campus could hold 3 trillion trees?
Nine-year-old boy plants seed that yields 3 trillion trees A 9-year-old’s homework assignment has led to the world’s most comprehensive tree-counting project, which in turn stands to increase the value of upcoming missions from NASA and other space agencies.
10/02/2016
When You Waste Food, You're Wasting Tons Of Water, Too Some 45 trillion gallons of water are lost each year with all of the food that's thrown out around the world, according to a report from the World Resources Institute. This represents a staggering 24 percent of all water used for agriculture.
08/02/2016
Don't think climate change will affect you? Think again!
Join The Climate Movement! | Ben & Jerry's 2015 is a critical year for climate change. Later this year, leaders from around the world will gather in Paris, France for the UN Climate Summit— a meeting ...
05/02/2016
Cal Poly produces about 7 million pounds of manure every year. What do you think campus does with all that waste?
03/02/2016
Come out and say hi to the Poly CAP team in the UU, Dexter Lawn, or Campus Market! We have snacks and a raffle!
03/02/2016
The Poly CAP is a Climate Action Plan being prepared by the CRP 410 class to help Cal Poly campus reduce greenhouse gas emissions and adapt to a changing climate! Find out more at ThePolyCap.org
03/02/2016
Composting on campus - Mustang News New compost programs are being implemented around campus.
01/02/2016
On February 3rd, join us at one of our three campus locations to share your views on strategies for Cal Poly to address climate change. Help us make this CAP as effective as possible!
01/02/2016
Have you seen any of these new Zero Waste stations on campus yet? There are nearly 30 on campus, located in The Avenue, The UU, Kennedy Library, and the South Mountain Residence Halls. Do you know what goes in each bin? Go to https://afd.calpoly.edu/sustainability/zerowaste.asp to find out!
01/02/2016
97 percent of climate scientists agree that climate change is real, man-made and dangerous.
29/01/2016
29/01/2016
The Philadelphia Eagles are one of the few sports teams to and take !
Philadelphia Eagles The Philadelphia Eagles are known for being a football powerhouse, but you rarely hear that they are a leader among sports teams for going green. Over 70,000 people arrive at Lincoln Financial Field for each game and the organization has created an ambitious “Go Green” campaign. They are powering th…
27/01/2016
Did you know that more than 35% of Cal Poly students, staff, and faculty drive to campus alone? How can we make a shift towards alternative modes of transportation?
25/01/2016
Our professors Adrienne Greve and Chris Clark deserve their break in the shade. They work tirelessly to support The Poly CAP doing everything to make sure our outreach events and studio classes run smoothly.
21/01/2016
We love Polly the Polar Bear! Learn more about her story:
https://www.facebook.com/PollyThePolarBear/
https://afd.calpoly.edu/greencampus/polly.asp
20/01/2016
We need to act now, and we need to act fast!
2015 Was Hottest Year in Recorded History, NASA and NOAA Say
18/01/2016
Emory University is reclaiming water through a new innovative method involving running their waste water through a "living laboratory." Check it out below: http://news.emory.edu/stories/2015/01/er_water_reclamation/campus.html
Cal Poly needs your help! Do you have any ideas for what Cal Poly can do to reduce GHGs and adapt to climate change?
Cal Poly is taking climate action, but we need your help. Do you have any ideas for what Cal Poly can do to reduce greenhouse gases and adapt to climate change?
18/11/2015
Cal Poly recognized as 'Tree Campus USA' - Mustang News Cal Poly was recognized for its amount and diversity of trees on campus.