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

Happy Energy Efficiency Day!

Cut Carbon, Breathe Easy, and Save

Happy Energy Efficiency Day! #EEDAY2019 Conservation is not glamorous, and most conservation efforts are invisible. Few ever see the high-efficiency chillers, boilers, pumps, and HVAC...

Posted: October 2, 2019, 10:12 AM

New Application Highlights UMBC's Sustainability

Explore UMBC's Sustainable Campus Features!

UMBC offers many opportunities for students to explore and experience different aspects of sustainability throughout the campus.  Students can engage with different sustainable systems on campus,...

Posted: October 1, 2019, 8:04 AM

Hiring Eco-Ambassadors for School Year 2019-2020

Lead, Learn, and Engage!

What does an Eco-Ambassador do?  Share resources and information to inspire fellow students about how and live more sustainable on campus and reduce your carbon footprint Collaborate with UMBC...

Posted: September 23, 2019, 10:25 AM