Julie McWilliams

PHILADELPHIA –- The University of Pennsylvania and Penn Medicine contribute $14 billion yearly, or $38 million per day, to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, and $9.5 billion, or $26 million per day, to the City of Philadelphia. The 2010 economic and fiscal impact of the university is outlined in a new independent report conducted by Econsult Corp. of Philadelphia.

PHILADELPHIA – The University of Pennsylvania was among a dozen universities from around the world that presented their campus sustainability reports this week at the 2011 World Economic Forum’s Global University Leaders Forum.

“An investment in knowledge always pays the best interest.”

 PHILADELPHIA –- As University of Pennsylvania students headed off for winter break in December, many took the pledge to turn down, turn off or unplug appliances as part of the Power Down Challenge.    

On Tuesday, Jan. 25, investigative journalist and author Rose George returns to Penn as guest speaker at the University’s annual Global Forum, scheduled for 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. in Meyerson Hall, Room B1.

PHILADELPHIA –- Sometimes, it just all comes together.

Pop quiz: What do compost tea, LED lighting, electric vehicle charging stations and a Green Acorn have in common? Answer: All are sustainability projects slated to receive financial support from Penn’s Green Fund.

PHILADELPHIA -- Seven new sustainability projects, including installation of electric vehicle charging stations and a marketing upgrade for the Green Acorn business certification program, will receive support from the University of Pennsylvania’s Green Fund.

Don’t miss the annual holiday sale at the Penn Bookstore on Dec.