Tag: Pgm_Sustain

Beyond the Classroom: My Experience Interning with UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County

by Evelyn Spencer
June 15, 2026

My name is Evelyn Spencer, and I worked as an Environmental Education and Outreach Intern in the fall of 2025 and spring of 2026 with the UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County Sustainability Program. I graduated in May 2026 from the ... READ MORE

Category: Professional Development, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Tags: Careers, Internship, Pgm_Sustain, Professional Development, Sarasota County Extension, Sustainability

Building for the Future in Sarasota County

by Evelyn Spencer
May 22, 2026

Did you know a home or commercial building can be certified as sustainable? Here in Sarasota County, many of the county’s facilities are certified by the as green buildings through the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design ... READ MORE

Category: UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Tags: Green Building, Pgm_Sustain, Sarasota County Extension, Sustainability

Your Guide to Earth Month 2026 in Sarasota County

by Michelle Marinangel
April 16, 2026

As our region grows, we observe impacts of climate change such as an increase in days with extreme heat conditions, number and intensity of storms and hurricanes, and water shortages. This brings to light how important our actions are in response ... READ MORE

Category: Events, Work & Life
Tags: Earth Day, Environmental Sustainability, Events, Pgm_Sustain, Sarasota County Extension

Careers and Degrees in Sustainability

by Evelyn Spencer
March 16, 2026

In the past decade, there has been a large increase in the number of sustainability jobs, with demand for sustainability employees growing 8% in the past two years1. Because of the interdisciplinary nature of sustainability, many fields are ... READ MORE

Category: UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Tags: Pgm_Sustain, Sarasota County Extension, Sustainability

2025 in Review: Developing More Impacts

by Michelle Marinangel
February 2, 2026

In the past year, Sarasota County Sustainability has advanced partnerships and projects building resilience, quality of life, public health, and sustainable and healthy living for now and our future. Building upon initiatives, programs, and ... READ MORE

Category: Conservation, Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Community, Environment, Events, Pgm_Sustain, Sustainability, UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County

Sustainable Swaps

by Evelyn Spencer
January 13, 2026

As the new year begins, it’s time to think about what small changes we can make in our daily routine to live each day more sustainably. One simple solution is to switch a handful of your single use plastic home items to reusable options. Not ... READ MORE

Category: Money Matters, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Pgm_Sustain, Reduce Reuse Recycle, Sustainability, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County

Highlights of the 20th Annual Sustainable Communities Workshop

by Michelle Marinangel
December 19, 2025

The Sustainable Communities Workshop (SCW) celebrated its 20-year milestone by inspiring and informing many in our community and celebrating successes as we explored the theme “Then, Now, Next: 20 Years of Sustainable Communities.” Topics ... READ MORE

Category: Conservation, Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Community, Environment, Events, Pgm_Sustain, SCW, UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County

Energy-Efficient Holiday Tips for Florida Homes

by Evelyn Spencer
December 16, 2025

The holiday season in Florida is a time for celebration, often bringing unique energy challenges related to lighting displays and occasional heating needs. By implementing smart strategies for decorating, cooking, and climate control, you can ... READ MORE

Category: Conservation, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Efficiency, Energy Efficiency, Holiday, Pgm_Sustain, Sustainability, UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County

Don’t be Afraid of the Dark! – Benefits of Dark Skies

by Evelyn Spencer
October 28, 2025

Have you ever gone outside at night and wished you could see more stars? In the United States, 99% of the public cannot experience a natural night sky because of light pollution (Dark Sky, 2016). Light pollution is caused by inefficient ... READ MORE

Category: Home Management, Money Matters, UF/IFAS Extension, Wildlife
Tags: Pgm_Sustain, UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County

Local Youth: The Future of Sustainability

by Evelyn Spencer
September 23, 2025

We have the tools to build a sustainable future, what we need is the will to get it done. That's where youth organizing can be so powerful. It gives a voice to those of us who will inherit the consequences of today's decisions. It shows young ... READ MORE

Category: Coasts & Marine, Conservation, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Tags: Conservation, Pgm_Sustain, Sustainability, UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County, Water, Youth

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