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

MD Dept. of the Environment Secretary Grumbles visit

MD Dept. of the Environment Secretary Grumbles visits UMBC Visit focuses on impact of environmental research, teaching (Article originally posted by UMBC's Office of Research) Maryland...

Posted: December 16, 2015, 4:19 PM

How to Recycle & Compost in the Commons!

Happy America Recycles Day! Most people spend three seconds after each meal to sort their waste into four categories:  Paper Recycling, Plastic/Glass/Aluminum Recycling, Composting and...

Posted: November 16, 2015, 3:39 PM

The Story Behind UMBC's New Solar Tables!

What is a Solar Table? An outdoor picnic table with outlets for charging your laptop or phone. The solar panels on the umbrella of the table and battery pack at the center stores the solar energy...

Posted: November 4, 2015, 11:30 AM