What UMBC is Doing

44.02% Reduction in GHG Emissions from 2007 – 2020

397 Tons of Organic Waste Composted since 2016

26.18 Million kWh of Renewable Energy used in 2020

Over 20 sustainability web tools to explore campus features, review green data, and measure your own impact

UMBC has a history of working to implement sustainable practices on campus while also researching sustainable opportunities in the classroom. These actions create and demonstrate positive social, economic, and environmental impacts both locally and globally. 

Ratings & Recognition

AASHE STARS Seal Gold

second nature marks of distinction

2021 MDE Sustainability Leadership Award Winner

Times Higher Education Impact Rankings Logo

Featured News

Today, 5/2 is the last day to apply for an EcoAmbassador position!

We are hiring in the Office of Sustainability!

Passionate about environmental issues and have ideas to improve campus sustainability efforts? Want to work on issues like zero waste, transportation, social justice, ecosystem conservation,...

Posted: May 2, 2025, 8:41 AM

1 more day to sign up for Retriever Root Up!

Friday @11am by the Library Pond

De-Stress before finals by cutting, chopping, and pulling invasive plants and vines from our campus! Help us remove wineberry, english ivy, and more to protect the natural plants of our campus...

Posted: April 24, 2025, 8:06 AM