Gonzaga University Institute for Climate, Water, and the Environment

The Climate Institute Gives Thanks As we gather in gratitude this season, the Gonzaga Climate Institute reflects on the power of partnership. Over the past year, we’ve worked alongside incredible collaborators—from the The Coeur d'Alene Tribe fostering culturally rooted climate education, to Spokane Public Schools advancing sustainability in classrooms, to AASHE supporting faculty innovation across the region. Together with community leaders like the The Carl Maxey Center, partners at Avista, and research allies at the University of Washington, we’ve strengthened resilience, expanded climate literacy, and built momentum for a just and vibrant future. This Thanksgiving, we celebrate these relationships and the shared commitment that makes our work possible. https://lnkd.in/gvKDKW-p

What happens when your home becomes a battleground for clean air?  Shamyra Lavigne-Davey knows firsthand. A third-generation activist from Louisiana’s “Cancer Alley,” she’s fighting petrochemical giants with faith, fire, and grassroots power.  This is more than environmentalism—it’s survival!  Register here: https://lnkd.in/gsFZbxwP  #EnvironmentalJustice #RISEStJames #CancerAlley #ClimateJustice #ShamyraSpeaks #CleanAirIsAHumanRight 

We had an amazing time at Fall Leaf Fest! Thank you to everyone who stopped by the Climate Institute table at Finch Arboretum. We loved sharing ideas on sustainability and climate action while enjoying the beauty of autumn leaves. Michael McLoud Kim L.

Did you know that the Gonzaga Climate Institute is a registered Climate Adaptation Practitioner? If you are in the Inland Northwest and need assistance, reach out! https://lnkd.in/g7i-Eig7

Thank you to Dante for an inspiring and informative guest lecture on public health! From equity to innovation, today’s talk sparked meaningful conversations. #PublicHealthImpact #Healthforall

Thought-provoking questions and lively discussions at Climate Resilience Project Leader Dante Jester’s lectures to Gonzaga students. Great to see our community so engaged! #PublicHealthTalk #CommunityVoices

Thank you for joining us! Last night’s event with Dr. Kyle Shimabuku shed light on the urgent challenges wildfires pose to our drinking water in the Pacific Northwest. From innovative treatment technologies to climate resilience strategies, attendees left inspired and informed. Huge thanks to SEAS for co-sponsoring and to everyone who came out! Let’s keep the conversation going about protecting our water in an era of megafires. 

We just wrapped up! Safeguarding Our Drinking Water in the Pacific Northwest in an Era of Megafires, featuring Dr. Kyle Shimabuku, Associate Professor of Civil Engineering at Gonzaga. This lecture sparked meaningful conversations on how wildfires are impacting our water sources and what can be done to protect them. Thanks to everyone who showed up, shared, and reflected with us! 

Today’s the day! Wildfires are changing the way we think about clean water. Don’t miss Dr. @Kyle Shimabuku’s powerful talk on how science is helping protect our drinking water in a warming world. 🔥 Let’s rethink resilience—together. Register at https://lnkd.in/gHbRvvPr. Gonzaga School of Engineering and Applied Science 

Tomorrow! Wildfires are reshaping how we think about clean water. Join Dr. @Kyle Shimabuku for a must-attend talk on protecting our drinking water in the age of megafires. Register at https://lnkd.in/gHbRvvPr. Gonzaga School of Engineering and Applied Science