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

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Get Your Green Office Certification This Summer!

Now's the perfect time to up your sustainability game!

What is the Green Office Program?  The Green Office Program is a voluntary and competitive program that rewards staff and faculty for adopting more sustainable practices. The program seeks to:...

Posted: June 6, 2022, 8:33 AM

UMBC's Green Office Program Returns!

UMBC'S Green Office Program is back! The ALL NEW version of the UMBC Green Office Program is going live on Tuesday, March 1st – and this time nothing is stopping it! The program has been 100%...

Posted: February 8, 2022, 2:38 PM