How Stanford is Preparing for This Year’s El Niño
Past infrastructure enhancements for capturing and redirecting rainfall have strengthened campus readiness for winter storms.
Emergency Management
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Stanford Wins 2026 National Wildfire Mitigation Award
Stanford’s wildfire resilience program is recognized as one of the most impactful wildfire preparedness initiatives in the country.
Water System’s Award-Winning Sustainability Efforts
Stanford has long been a leader in environmental stewardship, earning multiple prestigious awards for water conservation.
New “BurnBot” Tech Aids Stanford in Managing Wildfire Risk and Resilience
Californians are no strangers to wildfires. As the scientific community searches for answers to prevent fire before it happens, Stanford is testing a “BurnBot” that can create fuel breaks.
University Efforts Aid Water Conservation
Campus water policies minimize waste and follow California guidelines for water efficiency.
Stanford’s Response to Drought
Stanford’s Water Conservation Program has reduced campus water use by 48% since 2001, with ongoing efforts to comply with drought regulations and explore sustainable water practices.
Stewardship Efforts Ensure Campus Water Supply Amidst Emergency Regulations
In accordance with emergency state regulations for water conservation, the university continues to prohibit wasteful water uses.
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