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event poster for the KY Geological Survey event on June 2, 2026 titled 'Powering Kentucky's Future'

KGS to explore Kentucky’s energy outlook at annual seminar

May 18, 2026, 7:16 AM

The Kentucky Geological Survey will host its 65th annual seminar, June 2, focusing on Kentucky’s energy outlook and featuring presentations on emerging geoscience research.

My White Oak mobile app helps landowners assess their woods, plan for white oak’s future

May 14, 2026, 7:23 AM

A new mobile app is helping landowners determine whether white oak is present in their woodlands and is offers ways to help regenerate and sustain the species.

6 students selected as 2026 Sustainability Summer Research Fellows

May 14, 2026, 7:10 AM

Six UK undergraduates have been selected for the Sustainability Summer Research Fellowship, a program that supports student-led projects that advance sustainable practices and community impact through research.

four photos of students conducting research in different settings

12 students selected as 1st cohort of Tracy Farmer Scholars

May 7, 2026, 7:09 AM

The Tracy Farmer Institute for Sustainability and the Environment at UK selected 12 students for the inaugural cohort of Tracy Farmer Scholars conducting research in environment and sustainability.

researchers take water samples from Town Branch flowing under a bridge

UK landscape architecture faculty, students contribute to success of Town Branch Commons

Apr 24, 2026, 7:11 AM

UK landscape architecture faculty and students contributed to a national case study highlighting the environmental, social and economic impact of Town Branch Commons.

Students sit on the ground outside, working together in small groups

UK celebrates Earth Day with year-round commitment to sustainability

Apr 22, 2026, 7:27 AM

UK celebrates Earth Day with year‑round sustainability efforts, highlighting student programs, research initiatives and campus‑wide environmental action.

Sustainable Healthy Foods Research Symposium gather for a group photo

UK hosts Sustainable Healthy Foods Research Symposium

Mar 26, 2026, 7:56 AM

UK Martin-Gatton CAFE hosted its first Sustainable Healthy Foods Research Symposium, inviting global research scholars and experts to discuss ideas and innovations for developing healthier and more nutritious foods.

wooden barrels lining the walls of a bourbon rickhouse

UK innovation turns distillery waste into supercapacitors

Mar 25, 2026, 9:32 AM

The hybrid lithium-ion supercapacitors store up to 25 times more energy per kilogram than conventional versions, retaining 96% of capacity after 15,000 cycles.

Ainsley Byers, Jacob Childress, Katelyn Straw and Emmerson Willhoite

4 UK undergraduates to present at Posters-at-the-Capitol

Feb 19, 2026, 7:54 AM

Four UK undergraduate researchers will present their work at the 24th annual Posters-at-the-Capitol on March 5.

Be part of the Climate Change Quilt project

Feb 3, 2026, 7:34 AM

To help raise awareness for climate action across the United States, the Lewis Honors College, the Tracy Farmer Institute for Sustainability and the Environment, and the Student Sustainability Council are sponsoring the Climate Change Quilt project Feb. 17.

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