Welcome to the Environmental Center

COVID-19 Announcements

Environmental Center Office Hours

The Environmental Center office located in building 16, room 3111 will be open limited hours until further notice. The office will be open Monday to Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Staff can be reached via email anytime during normal business hours. Visit our Meet the Team page for contact information.

Recent Updates

UNF-KAO Honors Society - First General Meeting

The UNF-KAO Honors Society will be hosting its first general membership meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 14 at 6 p.m. via Zoom. Visit the UNF-KAO Honors Society web page to learn more about the Honors Society, get details on the first general meeting and submit an application.

Coastal Florida Universities Team Up to Fight Ocean Plastic Pollution

The Environmental Center and Eckerd College have received a $150,000 award from the NOAA Marine Debris Program to reduce single-use plastic consumption and foster long-term pro-environmental behaviors among undergraduates in coastal communities. The goal is to reduce generation of marine debris in those areas over time. Read more about the collaboration.

Faculty Research Grants - Now Accepting Applications

The Environmental Center is now accepting faculty applications for the 2021 Seed Grants. The Seed Grant program was established in order to stimulate the creation of interdisciplinary research projects related to the environment. One grant will be awarded in the amount of $8,000. The deadline for applications is Sunday, Oct. 25 at 11:59 p.m. Visit the Seed Grant website for full details and the application.