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. 

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AASHE STARS Seal Gold

second nature marks of distinction

2021 MDE Sustainability Leadership Award Winner

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EcoFest Festival Sign Up: On-Campus Organizations

Be a part of EcoFest, a kickoff event for Earth Week!

Deadline EXTENDED! Final activity ideas due April 13th Fill out this Google Form if you have an organization that is interested in participating! EcoFest is UMBC's annual celebration of...

Posted: April 2, 2015, 7:49 PM

Apply to be an Eco-Ambassador for Spring, Summer or Fall!

Help lead the sustainability movement on campus!

We are currently seeking new interested eco-ambassadors to join our team for the spring semester, and beyond. You will have the opportunity to shadow our experienced ambassadors, and you may be...

Posted: February 13, 2015, 3:48 PM

RecycleMania 2015

Catch the #GreenGrit

What is RecycleMania? RecycleMania is a competition between universities of all sizes to promote waste production on campuses across the country. Over 8 weeks UMBC will report our recycling and...

Posted: January 22, 2015, 6:15 PM