For Immediate Release
March 27, 2025

Co-Founders of the Sustainable Libraries Initiative Featured in the American Libraries Sustainability Issue 
Sustainable Libraries Initiative co-founders Rebekkah Smith Aldrich and Matthew Bollerman are highlighted in American Libraries Magazine’s special sustainability issue.

For Immediate Release
March 21, 2025

North Bellmore Public Library is Certified Sustainable
The Sustainable Libraries Initiative recognizes North Bellmore Public Library
as a leader in sustainability.

For Immediate Release
March 3, 2025

The Sustainable Libraries Initiative Announces Nationwide Launch of the School Librarian Sustainable Library Certification Program
 An updated program encourages school librarians across the country to become library leaders and incorporate sustainable practices into every day curriculum.

For Immediate Release
February 20, 2025

Sustainable Libraries Initiative Renews Partnership with the New Jersey Library Association for a Third Year
 The Sustainable Libraries Initiative has renewed its memorandum of understanding with the New Jersey Library Association.

This month, President and Co-founder of the Sustainable Libraries Initiative, Rebekkah Smith Aldrich, co-authored an article for the UCLA Library Electronic Green Journal titled The Storm is Here: Public Libraries' Role in Disaster Preparedness and Community Recovery. 

PrintReleaf has created a customized annual impact graphic for members to share on social media. This is a great way to let your shareholders and customers know you are taking environmental sustainability seriously by sharing your customized PrintReleaf 2024 Annual Impact graphic to your social media channels.

Take a look at the example below from the Suffollk Cooperative Library System:

The Sustainable Libraries Initiative was mentioned in a recent article written for Library Futures blog who provide research and advocate for the futures of libraries through the encouragement and adoption of technologies that uplift libraries in the digital age.