Temple students play a fundamental role in building a sustainable campus from the ground up. The best way to initiate change is to become a part of it and EcoReps connect and empower student changemakers to create a better tomorrow.
All students, from any school, college or major, who are concerned about our climate future and passionate about positive, sustainable change are welcome to become an EcoRep. It's your gateway experiential learning, volunteer opportunities, and leadership development.
EcoReps are part of the Temple Sustainability team. They help the university fulfill its climate commitment through programming, outreach, service, and telling our stories around campus and the city.
EcoReps facilitate workshops on topics such as low carbon eating, environmental justice, urban agriculture and composting, stewardship and community engagement
EcoReps lead Give + Go Green, our sustainable move out program, in every residence hall, and sort tons of clothing in preparation for Temple Thrift
EcoReps fix up dozens of reclaimed abandoned and other surplus bikes during the Secondhand Cycle Sale, teach bike safety skills, lead group rides around the city, and perform walk audits to advocate for pedestrians.
EcoReps support waste minimization and recycling campaigns across the university like Weigh the Waste food waste reduction in on-campus dining facilities, composting and organic waste diversion initiatives as well office supplies reuse and surplus programs.
EcoReps lead excursions to nature preserves, urban parks and gardens, thrift stores, farmers markets, science museums and other green landmarks and sustainable hotspots across Philly using public transit, walking or bicycle.
