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

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Introducing Retriever Air - Flight Emissions GHG Cacluator

As part of its commitment to promoting sustainability and reducing its carbon footprint, the Office of Sustainability at UMBC is proud to release the Retriever Air GHG Calculator. This new tool is...

Posted: April 17, 2023, 10:06 AM

Maryland Commission on Climate Change's Recommendations

Pursue GHG Reductions & Green Economy

The Maryland Commission on Climate Change (MCCC) has issued its annual report to Governor Larry Hogan and the Maryland General Assembly.  The 2022 MCCC annual report presents key, comprehensive...

Posted: November 17, 2022, 10:42 AM

New Dataset for UMBC's GHG Emissions Published

Explore our journey to carbon neutrality!

New GHG Dataset Released The newest dataset for the university's Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions is now available for the community.  This dataset includes emissions data from July 1, 2020 through...

Posted: April 14, 2022, 11:14 AM