CARBONDALE — Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s commitment to sustainability has taken another step forward with awarding up to about $100,000 in grants for 10 unique projects in honor of Earth Day, which is Saturday.
The projects run the gamut, from nature trails to lighting improvements to sustainable farming and much more. This is the 20th round of awards since the Green Fee was instituted in 2009 as the result of a student-led initiative. In all, about $2.454 million has been awarded to about 235 projects.
“The Office of Sustainability is ecstatic! The proposals are all unique and came from students, faculty and staff,” said Aimee Lemrise, sustainability director. “We are excited to support these projects and see them come to fruition.”
The winners were announced during an Earth Day celebration featuring guest speakers.
Grant recipients
The 2023 Green Fund grant recipients include:
• SIU Student Sustainable Farm expansion — Rachel Miller, farm researcher, $25,000. The grant is for assorted …