Sustainability

Infographic of triple bottom line by the Sustainable Libraries Inititative, used with permission

In 2019, the American Library Association adopted sustainability as a core value of the profession and embraced the triple bottom line framework, which seeks balance at the nexus of environmental stewardship, social equity, and economic feasibility. WebJunction’s resources on this topic focus on actionable, practical ideas to address climate change and contribute to a future that considers not only climate change mitigation, but also adaptation and justice.

Webinar and seminar recordings on this topic are freely available in the WebJunction Course Catalog.

Infographic: Sustainable Libraries Inititative, used with permission

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Growing library garden programs

Publish Date: News / 1 May 2024

Library gardens offer a great way for community members to come together to learn, grow, and contribute towards a healthy, balanced environment. And creating a vibrant community green space or gardening program doesn’t have to be complicated. Across ...

Survey on Climate and Environmental Health in Libraries

Publish Date: News / 30 January 2024

STAR Net would like to invite you to complete a short survey to inform the design of the 2024 Climate Action Symposium: Exploring Collaborations with Libraries, Community-Based Organizations, and Public Health Agencies.

Sustainable Swag Self-Evaluation Rubric for Vendors and Library Workers

Publish Date: News / 19 December 2023

Have you ever considered the environmental impact of swag? Whether you're attending a national conference or a local event, you're likely to see examples of pens, tote bags, and trinkets being distributed by libraries and vendors alike. While we all ...