Auston Collings EVST ‘26 is a junior in Saybrook College, concentrating in Energy & Climate. He is from Tucson, Arizona, nestled in the heart of the Sonoran Desert. This past summer, he studied abroad in Valencia, Spain, where he conducted research on the city’s designation as the 2024 European Green Capital while also contributing to a complete rebuild of the EVST website. The experience in Valencia gave him valuable information into how cities can implement successful sustainability initiatives and climate action plans.
On campus, he is actively involved in Ballet Folklórico Mexicano de Yale, celebrating Mexican cultural heritage through dance. He also serves as secretary for the Saybrook College Council and am a member of De Colores, Yale’s queer latine affinity group. These involvements reflect his commitment to building community and celebrating cultural diversity while pursuing environmental studies. He is particularly passionate about understanding how climate solutions can be implemented in ways that respect and incorporate diverse cultural perspectives.