Thomas and his two housemates live in an apartment in Ithaca. They were able to have a heat pump installed through Sustainable Finger Lakes’ Clean Energy and Equity Pilot program. The new system has kept them warm during this past winter and Thomas is excited to have air conditioning now that it is starting to warm up outside!
Ithaca College hosted Sustainability Week 2025 from April 16–26, bringing together students, faculty, and local community partners to promote environmental awareness and sustainable practices. Events included a sustainability fair featuring campus and community organizations, a student‑led colloquium, interactive activities such as pancakes in the IC Natural Lands, and a keynote talk by Terry Carroll, Tompkins…