Stories Tagged ‘Environment’ 
Weather to Offer Few Surprises in ’09
If you were a fan of the Southeast’s 2008 weather patterns, you may be in luck during the coming year. Dr. David Brommer, a University of Alabama climatologist, predicts 2009 will follow the weather pattern set by the current year – a pattern of normalcy.
UA Engineering Professor Receives ‘Green’ Accreditation
Dr. Pauline Johnson, associate professor of civil, construction and environmental engineering at The University of Alabama, recently received LEED® accreditation though the Green Building Certification Institute with the support of the U.S. Green Building Council.
UA Grows Green
Enrollment numbers are not the only ones growing on The University of Alabama campus as the number of tons of recyclable materials collected by UA over the past year has more than doubled from the previous year.
UA Program Aimed at Managing and Protecting Wildlife, Environment
A revised curriculum focused on protecting and managing Alabama’s natural resources, which leads to a minor in natural resources management, is now available at The University of Alabama.
Rural Alabama Spot a Candidate Site for Observatory Network to Detect Climate Change Impacts
A remote spot within the Talladega National Forest could serve as one of 20 locations nationally that will detect the ecological impacts of climate change.
UA Scores High in Academics with Two Hollings Scholars
The University of Alabama’s best and brightest students are again being nationally recognized for their top-notch research.
UA Becomes Institutional Member of U.S. Green Building Council
The University of Alabama recently became an institutional member of the U.S. Green Building Council. By joining the USGBC, UA officials hope to raise the profile of sustainability and demonstrate the principles of green building on campus through educational courses and the incorporation of green design in UA facilities.
UA Experts Offer ‘Going Green’ Advice
This year marks the 38th anniversary of Earth Day, a worldwide movement to protect our planet, our children and our future. Environmental consciousness has become more and more heightened, from recycling newspapers and plastics to driving hybrid vehicles.
UA Global Sustainability Series Features Alabama Climatologist John Christy
Dr. John R. Christy, Alabama’s state climatologist and winner of NASA’s Medal for Exceptional Scientific Achievement, will present his lecture, “Global Warming: By the Numbers,” Feb.26 at 7:30 p.m. in room 127 of the Biology Building on The University of Alabama campus.
W-A-T-E-R to Become 4-Letter Word as Drought Takes Increased Toll in ’08
Water, or more precisely the lack of it, will be on everyone's mind in 2008, predicts a University of Alabama climatologist.
Hybrids, Diesels and ‘Green’ Fuels Remain Big Issues in the Automotive World; Diesels to Surge in 2009
A University of Alabama engineering professor predicts hybrids, diesels and biofuels will remain the big issues in the automotive market for 2008.
Atmospheric Scientist Kevin Trenberth to Deliver Third Lecture on Global Sustainability at UA
Dr. Kevin E. Trenberth, head of the Climate Analysis Section at the National Center for Atmospheric Research in Boulder, Colo., will present the lecture, "Global Warming: Coming Ready or Not!," Dec.6 at 7:30 p.m. in room 127 Biology Building on The University of Alabama campus.
Sales of Hybrids, Diesels to Rise; Big Three Automakers to Rebound
The automotive market will see an increase in sales of both hybrid and diesel fueled engines in 2007, with hybrid engines outselling diesels, predicts a University of Alabama engineering professor. He also predicts automotive makers, such as Ford and GM, will begin a "rebuilding season," after years of being hurt by foreign car manufacturers.
UA Engineering Students Form New Environmental Student Chapter Association
Environmental engineering students at The University of Alabama have joined with the Alabama Water Environment Association’s Students and Young Professional Committee to establish the first Water Environment Federation Student Chapter in the state of Alabama. UA's new student chapter is named the Black Warrior Environmental Association.
UA Safe State Recognizes Hunt Refining
The University of Alabama Safe State program recently presented a certificate of appreciation to Hunt Refining Co. for continued commitment to occupational safety and health training in Alabama.
BASF, UA Formalize Ionic Liquids Partnership
BASF and The University of Alabama today formalized BASF’s exclusive licensing of patents covering the use of ionic liquids to dissolve, regenerate and process cellulose as well as an arrangement for continuing research by UA for BASF concerning the use of ionic liquids with cellulose.
UA Experts Provide Earth Day Tips
This year marks the 35th anniversary of Earth Day, a worldwide movement to protect our planet, our children and our future. Environmental consciousness has become more and more heightened, from recycling newspapers and plastics to driving hybrid vehicles. Through this kind of awareness, Earth Day has had an immeasurable impact in every community throughout the United States. UA experts offer commentary about how individuals CAN make a difference in their local community. Earth Day is observed worldwide on April 22.