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Harvest at the Oak Creek Center for Urban Horticulture. Photo by Hannah O'Leary.

Be a part of OSU's commitment to the environment!

Learn about green roofs, rain gardens and how to live sustainably.

Discover urban horticulture and check out the partnership between OSU, Oregon Tilth and organic farmers.

Stories & Tips
Hardworking Landscapes Tame the Storm

Roofs, roads, and sidewalks that do not allow water to soak in are the starting place of “nonpoint” pollution, the largest polluter of Oregon’s rivers, lakes, and streams.

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Oak Creek Center for Urban Horticulture

Six acres of paradise off OSU's main campus. The site is easily accessible and an excellent learning laboratory for sustainable horticultural practices.

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Wading into the Depths of Ocean Policy

Finding the right balance between adequate protection for sea life and sustainable fisheries for people is a tricky business. The ocean is vast and it’s hard to count things that you can’t actually see.

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Popular Publications
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Sustainable landscaping pubs available
A sustainable landscape uses minimal water, fertilizers, pesticides, labor and building materials.
 
Living Sustainably: It's Your Choice
It’s about making changes and informed choices, even small ones, that improve the quality of our lives and of the planet for future generations.
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