SDG 8 – Decent Work and Economic Growth

(UG04) Hecho en Monteverde: An evaluation of and improved criteria for a voluntary sustainability certification

Author(s): Sol Giesso and Patrick King Advisor(s): Robert Traver and Carol Stimmel Category: Undergraduate Abstract: The project will improve a local sustainability certification, “Hecho en Monteverde” (HEM). The certification will foster long-term economic resilience through circular and orange economies. The project made the current certification criteria more measurable, feasible, and relevant for food sector businesses.… Read more (UG04) Hecho en Monteverde: An evaluation of and improved criteria for a voluntary sustainability certification

(GR01) A Nanosilver-Enabled Composite System for Point-of-Use Potable Water: Towards Safe and Affordable Drinking Water for Everyone!

Authors: Jihan El Ouaragli Advisors: NA Category: Graduate Abstract: Safe and affordable drinking water is an important and basic indicator of sustainability. Its availability at the point of use can save over 2 million human lives every year and prevent over 2 billion diarrheal diseases. Here, we propose a passive and compact nanosilver-enabled composite system… Read more (GR01) A Nanosilver-Enabled Composite System for Point-of-Use Potable Water: Towards Safe and Affordable Drinking Water for Everyone!