SustainableBU

sustainableBU is the easy way to make your everyday habits more sustainable—whether on Boston University’s campuses or at home. The app organizes sustainability tips into Actions that you log in the app when you perform them in real-life. Learn more about each Action with easy-to-understand Impact stats, bonuses, how-to videos, and helpful links. Compete in Challenges with other students, faculty, and staff to see who’s the most sustainable. Encourage your friends by sharing how you're making a difference and following what they're up to in the feed. Track your impact—quantified through carbon dioxide saved, waste diverted, and water conserved—with your career stats and trophy collection.

Features:

EARN ACHIEVEMENTS

-Find and participate in sustainable initiatives and eco-actions specific to Boston University and its sustainability programs.

-Earn points each time you Buzz an Action. The number of points awarded reflects the Action’s impact on your wallet and the environment.

-Easily discover new Actions by browsing different categories—ranging from transportation to energy and more—or searching in the app.

-Earn extra achievements when you become an expert in a field.

BE SOCIAL

- Encourage others by sharing what you're doing through the app's feed

- Share what you’re Buzzing to Facebook or Twitter

-Compete with others in Challenges across Boston University

-Add photos any time you Buzz an Action

-Like and comment on others' actions

-Follow other members of the BU community to be inspired by what they're Buzzing in and around Boston University

TRACK YOUR PROGRESS

-Career stats show you how many achievements and points you've earned

-Fill up your Trophy Case