ENVIRONMENTAL AFFAIRS
ABOUT
ENVIRONMENTAL
AFFAIRS
The Department of Environmental Affairs is in charge of promoting sustainability and environmental responsibility at Boston University. Our mission is to elevate environmental awareness, encourage eco-friendly decision-making, and support policy changes that promote a sustainable campus. We work closely with university administration, student organizations, and BU’s diverse community to advocate for comprehensive initiatives that address pressing environmental issues, including waste management, resource conservation, and climate resilience.
For the 2024-2025 academic year, we aim to lead impactful campaigns and organize events that foster active student engagement with climate issues. By collaborating with BU’s environmental organizations and academic departments, we plan to create opportunities for students to contribute to policy changes, attend sustainability workshops, and participate in campus-wide initiatives, like enhancing recycling infrastructure, and reducing the university’s carbon footprint.
The Department also seeks to empower students by providing resources, networking opportunities, and platforms to voice concerns and ideas. Whether you’re a sustainability enthusiast or simply curious about the environment, join us in making a positive impact at BU. For more information, contact us at sgenv@bu.edu.
DIRECTOR
NINO THONGWANDEE
CAS '27
Hello, this is Nino! I’m a 2nd-year student currently pursuing a double degree in applied mathematics and economics at Boston University. I am born and raised in Bangkok, Thailand my entire life but used to live in Pennsylvania for a year. For this amazing opportunity at BU Student Government, I am proud to serve as the Director of Environmental Affairs for this 2024-2025 academic year.
While I am passionate about prospering my career in sales and trading and asset management, I seek motivation with goals to create an impact in economic development inspired by my sustainable lifestyle. Along with my endeavors, I have had experience working with environmental organizations and discovered an active involvement in climate and environmental literacy and financial operations to gain perspectives for promoting transparency and its empirical process in the economy. In my free time, I love running around new areas in Boston, do some graphic designs, and watch some cool fashion shows!
Joining BU Student Government for the first time, I hope to create more nuances and opportunities for BU students to engage with environmental issues and participate in the change of policy for many causes like waste management and utility preservation. As a student representative, I am bringing resources and people from our team to maximize the benefits for every stakeholder, either to contribute to students’ environmental climate awareness or to foster a stronger environmental community.
Feel free to reach me via my email: tharitn@bu.edu (or sgenv@bu.edu)
