New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

British Petroleum should not resume expansion near Gulf

British Petroleum should not resume expansion near Gulf

March 28, 2014
Given the serious environmental impact that oil spills can have, there are safeguards companies must employ to prevent future underwater spills.
Felipe De La Hoz/WSN

Up-and-Comer | Eric Fuchs-Stengel

March 27, 2014
Gov. Chris Christie named Fuchs-Stengel the state’s Environmentalist of the Year.
Via Facebook

Green programs push NYU toward eco-friendly future

February 25, 2014
Bestcolleges.com recently named NYU one of the top 50 green universities.
Nicole Brown for WSN

Environmentalists protest against Keystone XL Pipeline

Nicole Brown, News Editor September 23, 2013
Protestors met in Battery Park on Saturday to voice their concerns about construction of the Keystone XL Pipeline.
New York plastic bag policy does not reflect progressive city ideals

New York plastic bag policy does not reflect progressive city ideals

September 9, 2013
With over 5.2 billion plastic bags used per year, New York City has a responsibility to be more environmentally conscious.
via facebook.com

Environmental club focuses on student discussion

March 27, 2013
The Environmental Studies club's first meeting addressed issues like fracking and the construction of a Spectra Energy pipeline, as well as plans for the rest of the semester.
Jon Packles for WSN

William Hewitt provided positive perspective on environmental policies

March 5, 2013
Environmentalist, author, and NYU adjunct professor William Hewitt discussed how investment in technological advances was the crucial next step to moving towards a more environmentally friendly world.
Courtesy of Farm To Live

Student environmental group Farm to Live cultivates volunteer work

March 4, 2013
Student environmental group Farm to Live focuses on maintaining organic gardens in New Jersey and hopes to expand their scope over the summer.
Courtesy of Alice Sholto-Douglas

Environmental activists rally to block Keystone plan

February 19, 2013
Members of the NYU community joined a march of 40,000 in Washington D.C. in railing against the Keystone XL pipeline plan.
Open hydrofracking laws must pass

Open hydrofracking laws must pass

February 19, 2013
The benefits of hydrofracking far outweigh the possible side effects being debated by scientists.
Chuck Kuan/WSN

Bill McKibben encourages students to divest

February 6, 2013
Renowned environmentalist Bill McKibben urged students to divest from big corporations in order to protect against global warming.
Courtesy of Ed Yorba

Greenhouses gases reach record high

December 5, 2012
Greenhouse gas emissions are increasing, and experts are saying we need to develop solutions to alternative sources of energy.