Events
Events with a sustainability focus occur year-round. If you have an event idea or wish to collaborate, please email sustainability@charlotte.edu. The most concentrated and coordinated periods are celebrations of Campus Sustainability Month (October) and Earth Month (April).
All upcoming events hosted by the Office of Sustainability are also listed on our Niner Engage page.
upcoming
Nature Therapy Walk
Dates: Saturday, June 7 , July 5; 9am – 12pm
Location: UNC Charlotte Botanical Gardens
Join Jennifer Bueno-Hutchens, certified Nature and Forest Therapy Guide with the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy (ANFT) and outdoor horticulturist on staff at UNC Charlotte’s Botanical Gardens, for a relaxing 2.5 to 3 hour stroll through the forest at Van Landingham Glen.
These events are free to UNC Charlotte students, faculty, and staff. Space is limited, registration is required!
Gratitude in the Gardens
Dates: Sunday, June 1, July 6; 3pm – 5pm
Location: UNC Charlotte Botanical Gardens
Join Jennifer Bueno-Hutchens, certified Nature and Forest Therapy Guide with the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy (ANFT) and outdoor horticulturist on staff at UNC Charlotte’s Botanical Gardens, for silent and meditative walks through the botanical gardens.
These events are free to UNC Charlotte students, faculty, and staff. Space is limited, registration is required!
Off Campus Events
Charlotte Mecklenburg Climate Leaders Present: Brews & Eco News
Date: Tuesday, June 3, 7pm
Location: Patagonia Charlotte (101 W Worthington Ave Ste. 180, Ste. 180, Charlotte, NC 28203)
Join Charlotte Mecklenburg Climate Leaders as we breakout into informal, yet powerful discussions surrounding each of our committees: City and County Policy Support, Transportation, Clean Energy and NC Carbon Plan, and Schools.
Charlotte Sustainability Summit
Date: Saturday, June 7, 8:30am – 3pm
Location: Dubois Center at UNC Charlotte Center City
Join SHARE Charlotte and Carben Events for the 2025 Charlotte Sustainability Summit presented by Wells Fargo! This full-day event is for residents looking to better understand local and regional sustainability efforts — and discover practical ways to create positive change in their everyday lives. You’ll hear from local leaders, changemakers, and innovators who are shaping a more sustainable future for Charlotte and the Carolinas.
Sustain Charlotte Ambassador Training
Date: Saturday, June 28, 9am – 11am
Location: Sustain Charlotte (1100 S. Mint St. Charlotte, NC 28203)
Join Sustain Charlotte for a free, two-hour volunteer training to become a Sustain Charlotte ambassador. Volunteers will be guided through an initial staff presentation about the mission and history of Sustain Charlotte and have a chance to learn about efforts being taken today to generate a healthier, more equitable, and vibrant community.
past events
Anything That Rolls
Date: Friday, April 25, 4pm – 6pm
Location: UNC Charlotte Main Light Rail Station
Hosted by the Campus Sustainability Alliance, Charlotte Green Initiative, Student Government Association, Parking and Transportation Services, LIME, UREC, and the Office of Sustainability, Anything That Rolls was a group bike and scooter ride across campus! Whether you’re on a bike, skateboard, scooter, rollerblades, or anything else with wheels, this event is all about movement, community, and sustainability.
Swap Til Ya Drop Clothing Swap Shop
Date: Wednesday, April 23, 1pm – 4pm
Location: Belk Plaza
Swap Til Ya Drop is a clothing swap event aimed at promoting sustainable fashion practices by encouraging students to exchange gently used clothing. The event educated participants on the environmental impact of fast fashion and inspired a shift toward more eco-friendly lifestyle choices.
Party for the Planet
Date: Tuesday, April 22, 4pm – 7pm
Location: Belk Plaza
A celebration for the planet! Join student organizations for an evening of fun and various activities centered around environmental sustainability, social and cultural diversity, and health and wellness.