THIS WEEK IN SUSTAINABILITY: April 27th to May 3rd, 2026
- Admin
- Apr 27
- 4 min read
Here's what's happening this week in Sustainability!
CLIMATE WEEK EVENTS ARE STILL ON THIS WEEK! See below for more info!
MONDAY, APRIL 27th
CLIMATE WEEK KEYNOTE - DR. AYANA ELIZABETH JOHNSON
4:30PM - 5:45PM | Wilder 104
Join the Climate Collaborative for a conversation with Dr. Ayana Elizabeth Johnson moderated by Earth Sciences Professor, Erich Osterberg in Wilder Hall 104. Dr. Ayana Elizabeth Johnson is a marine biologist, policy expert, and writer. She is co-founder of the non-profit think tank Urban Ocean Lab, distinguished scholar at Bowdoin College, and author of The New York Times bestseller What If We Get it Right?: Visions of Climate Futures. She is in love with climate solutions. This talk is unticketed and open to the public.
"LONGEST TABLE-STYLE" COMMUNITY POTLUCK DINNER
6PM-8PM | Fairchild Atrium
Join the Climate Collaborative for a "Longest Table" style community potluck dinner in the Fairchild Atrium to celebrate community and climate resilience. A base meal will be provided, please bring homemade sides and desserts! All are welcome, please RSVP .
BIKE REPAIR POP-UP SHOP (PUBS)
3:30PM – 5:30PM | Front of Fahey-McLane
Is your bike chain squeaky and rusty? Tires flat? Handlebars loose?
Dartmouth Bikes will be hosting a pop-up bike shop today, and every Monday 3:30 – 5:30 PM, on the patio in front of Fahey-McLane!
TUESDAY, APRIL 28th
SEED AT FARM!!
8:00AM - 9:50AM | North Mass Basement
Start your Tuesday right! Join Helen '27 and Sophie '28 at the Organic Farm! We will be prepping the fields for planting.
Bring a water bottle and shoes you can get dirty. No experience required! We will be in the Hoop House (our greenhouse) so it will be warm and dry.
For more information and to RSVP follow this link!
CLIMATE WEEK - CLIMATE AND HEALTH PANEL
12PM - 1PM | Kellogg 100
Join Dr. Amber Barnato, Dr. Sarah Crockett, Dr. Laura Paulin, Dr. Katie Lichter, and Dr. Kali Smolden for a discussion moderated by Climate Collaborative Director Rosi Kerr in Kellogg 100 on the health impacts of climate change and more!
CLIMATE WEEK - ARCTIC-SUSTAINABILITY IMMERSION TRIP STUDENT PANEL
1PM - 2PM | Haldeman Hall 41 (Kreindler Conference Hall)
Green Transitions and Traditions: Students from the 2026 Arctic-Sustainability Immersion Trip will share their reflections and answer questions around their experience.
The purpose of the trip was to connect with and learn from Sámi Peoples and Arctic researchers about how green transitions impact and involve Indigenous livelihoods and cultures. The goal was also for students to become more informed citizens, with their trip experiences informing their academics at Dartmouth as well as their future careers. Institute of Arctic Studies Program Manager Sanaa Siddiqi and Assistant Director to the Dartmouth Sustainability Office Laura Braasch organized the trip. Please note, the event will be recorded.
FREE MARKET OPEN HOURS
5PM - 10PM | North Mass Basement
In need of a spring shirt? Or maybe a thinner sweater for the warmer weather? Stop by and come take a look at our Free Market Thrift store, free for all students!
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 29th
FLOWER SEEDING AT O-FARM!
9:30AM - 11:15AM | North Mass Basement
Join Kaitlyn '28 and Alex '28 for a fun morning at the farm! We will leave from behind robo at 9:30 and be back before 11s! The plan is to seed flowers in the greenhouse, so no need to worry about the weather. Just wear clothes you don't mind getting a little dirty and remember to bring a water bottle. We hope to see you there!
For more information and to RSVP follow this link!
CLIMATE WEEK - SUSTAINABLE INNOVATION: AI, INCLUSION & ACCESSIBILITY FROM A YOUTH PERSPECTIVE
4PM - 5PM | Irving 155 (Irving Project Hub)
Join the Climate Collaborative for a talk by Rakib Anam, a Bangladeshi-American climate activist working at the intersection of artificial intelligence and sustainability. This interactive talk examines sustainable innovation through the lenses of youth, accessibility, and inclusion. Drawing from his work in climate tech, youth advocacy, and AI for global development, Rakib Anam explores how meaningful innovation is not just about building smarter technology, but about ensuring that technology is accessible, human-centered, and shaped by the communities it aims to serve. The talk is open to the public and will be in Irving 155.
CLIMATE WEEK - STUDENT EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING PANEL
5:30PM - 6:30PM | One Wheelock, Collis
Come hear from students about their experiences on immersion trips, experiential scholars programs, and FSPs in One Wheelock @ Collis. Drinks and dinner provided!
SUSTAINABILITY OFFICE HOURS!
12PM - 1:30PM | Robo 106
Have any questions about sustainability on campus or ways to get involved? Stop by and talk with the Susty Staff members to get your questions answered while enjoying a yummy baked good!
FREE MARKET OPEN HOURS
7PM - 10PM | North Mass Basement
In need of a spring shirt? Or maybe a thinner sweater for the warmer weather? Stop by and come take a look at our Free Market Thrift store, free for all students!
THURSDAY, APRIL 30th
BIKE REPAIR POP-UP SHOP
4:30PM – 6:30PM | Front of Fahey-McLane
Is your bike chain squeaky and rusty? Tires flat? Handlebars loose?
Dartmouth Bikes will be hosting a pop-up bike shop this Thursday, (and every Thursday) on the patio in front of Fahey-McLane!
FREE MARKET OPEN HOURS
5PM - 7PM | North Mass Basement
In need of a spring shirt? Or maybe a thinner sweater for the warmer weather? Stop by and come take a look at our Free Market Thrift store, free for all students!
SUNDAY, MAY 3rd
FREE MARKET OPEN HOURS
6PM - 9PM | North Mass Basement
In need of a spring shirt? Or maybe a thinner sweater for the warmer weather? Stop by and come take a look at our Free Market Thrift store, free for all students!
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