UWRF places first in state challenge to help off-campus housing be more sustainable

Matthew Baughman, The Leader-Telegram, Eau Claire, Wis.
Updated ·4 min read

Dec. 12—RIVER FALLS — The University of Wisconsin-River Falls showed their commitment to green practices by placing first in a statewide sustainability competition.

Focus on Energy officials, sponsors of the competition, presented the university with their award for the Higher Education Kit Challenge last Thursday.

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