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

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Featured News

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Google Maps to show the lowest carbon route for car journeys

Air Travel Emissions included too!

Starting on 10/13/21 Google Maps will allow users to select the route with the lowest carbon emissions. If the lowest emissions route is also the fastest then google maps will automatically...

Posted: October 13, 2021, 8:31 AM

Could your new idea eliminate pollution from vehicles?

Are you a Solver with innovative ideas?

This Innocentive Clean Tech and Renewable Energy Pavilion Challenge is looking for innovative solutions to help radically reduce or even eliminate pollutant emissions from internal combustion...

Posted: September 29, 2021, 1:40 PM

My Experience With Carpooling

UMBC has a new carpooling commuter parking lot this spring

"Carpooling is more than just a way for me to save gas, I actually enjoy it more than driving alone.  For two semesters I’ve been carpooling with another commuter who lives about 10 minutes from...

Posted: March 12, 2015, 11:36 AM