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Shaping sustainability in CU’s Greek community: Green Greeks meeting highlights

Are you a member of CU’s Greek community, passionate about making a positive impact on the environment? Look no further thanÌýGreen Greeks! Whether you're interested in reducing carbon footprints, promoting waste diversionÌýor educating others on sustainability, Green Greeks offers a platform to make a real difference.Ìý

On Sept.Ìý27, 2023, members of Green Greeks gathered for an impactful meeting at theÌý³Ô¹ÏÍø Memorial CenterÌý(UMC) to discuss their mission, upcoming eventsÌýand the role of Green Greeks Representatives. This meeting shed light on the exciting opportunities and impactful initiatives that await you. Here’s a summary of the key takeaways:Ìý

  • Green Greeks aims to inspire sustainability leadership within CU’s Greek community by promoting eco-friendly practices.Ìý
  • The club collaborates with various programsÌýincluding Greek Week,ÌýECO-Visits,ÌýZero Waste Green Team,ÌýSKI BusÌýand theÌýBasic Needs Center, offering numerous opportunities for members to positively contribute.Ìý
  • They’re hiring Fraternity Sustainability Coordinators! Reach out via email atÌýgreengreeks@colorado.eduÌýto express your interest and learn more about this fantastic opportunity.

Why Join Green Greeks?

  • Make tangible changes in your community and translate your actions into meaningful change.
  • Develop valuable leadership skills in sustainable practices.
  • Foster change within your Greek chapter and connect with like-minded individuals who share your passion for sustainability.
  • Gain knowledge about sustainability, waste diversionÌýand energy efficiency while actively reducing carbon footprints in your community.

The Sept.Ìý27ÌýGreen Greeks Representative meeting was a resounding success, serving as a reminder of the passion and dedication within the Greek community to promote sustainability and environmental responsibility. As we move forward into the fall semester, Green Greeks continues to pave the way towards a more sustainable and environmentally conscious future for all Greek houses at CU.Ìý

Ready to get involved?

Register by completing the Green Greek interest form

To learn more, you can visit the Green GreeksÌýwebsiteÌýor reach out via email atÌýgreengreeks@colorado.edu.