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Is It 2026 Yet? Sustainable Living and Waste Management in University Heights
Tips for sustainable holiday shopping, waste reduction, and avoiding microplastics like glitter while navigating University Heights' changing transportation landscape.
Light Pollution and Pest Control in UH
Excessive nighttime lighting does more than waste energy—it disrupts nature’s best pest control system. Bright lights deter owls, which can consume over 1,000 rodents a year, and allow rats and mice to thrive. Smart lighting choices like motion sensors, downward fixtures, and warmer bulbs can restore balance, cut costs, and help owls keep UH rodent-free.
UH Neighbors Remove 40,000 Pounds of Debris from Buchanan Canyon
UH residents cleared over 40,000 pounds of vegetation and debris from Buchanan Canyon to reduce fire risks and restore native growth.
Why Tropical Milkweed Harms Monarch Butterflies
UH residents are warned against planting tropical milkweed, which can spread pathogens harmful to monarch butterflies, and encouraged to use native varieties.
Bee Bffs: Why Bees Need Us—and How UH Residents Can Help
Learn why pollinators matter to our ecosystem and how UH residents can take action to protect them locally.
The Native Plant Initiative Grows Beauty and Biodiversity
Milkweed giveaways, volunteer events, and a call for donations: here’s how UH is growing a greener neighborhood.
How You Can Help Protect the Environment and Your Well-Being
From native plants to river cleanups, learn how local groups are helping the environment—and how you can join in.
Yard Sale Day & Recycling Event Return June 7
UH’s favorite yard sale tradition returns — plus electronics recycling and a chance to protest trash fees.
Cool Cats Crave Catios: Safer Outdoor Time for UH Felines
UH cat owners are turning to “catios” to keep pets safe and protect birds, butterflies, and pollinators.