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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New UMBC Green Labs Program!

How Green Is Your Lab?

UMBC's Green Labs Program is a set of initiatives and guidelines designed to reduce the environmental impact of laboratories. This program focuses on reducing energy consumption, minimizing waste,...

Posted: December 15, 2022, 10:51 AM

DGS Green Office Purchaser Training

Learn about Environmentally Preferable Office Supplies

Did you know that MD DGS has developed a training for purchasing environmentally preferable office supplies?  Did you know that if you participate in the training the UMBC Green Office Program...

Posted: April 12, 2022, 9:25 AM

New Application Provides Green Building Virtual Tours

Explore UMBC's Green Buildings Unique Sustainable Features

UMBC is home to several green buildings, but many wonder "what makes this a green building?" Our new interactive virtual tour allows you to explore the green buildings on campus and go behind the...

Posted: November 18, 2019, 9:13 AM