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

Campus Stream & Greenway Featured in UMBC Newspaper

Courtesy of Tanvi Gadhia Retriever weekly article: http://retrieverweekly.umbc.edu/exploring-historic-herbert-run/ Exploring historic Herbert Run BY RICHARD WILLIAMS   •   APRIL 21, 2016...

Posted: August 10, 2016, 2:47 PM

Welcome Week: Eco-Service in Baltimore

Welcome new students through giving back in the community! Have fun, connect with new people, and with organizations making a difference in Baltimore, Sat, Aug 29 with UMBC Student Life:...

Posted: August 10, 2016, 2:43 PM