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

Earth Week: Friday Events

Earth Day Symposium and Memorandum of Understanding Signing

This Friday, April 21st, UMBC's Earth Week activities culminate in the Seventh Annual UMBC Earth Day Symposium as well as the Memorandum of Understanding Ceremonial Signing. Both include multiple...

Posted: April 19, 2023, 11:25 AM

Eco-Ambassador Applications for 2023/2024 are Open!

Rising Sophomores-Seniors are eligible for this paid opp!

Our Eco-Ambassador application is LIVE for 2023-2024! Apply by May 12th if you are entering your sophomore-senior year and have any interest in sustainability! We welcome Eco-Ambassadors from any...

Posted: April 17, 2023, 1:24 PM

Introducing Retriever Air - Flight Emissions GHG Cacluator

As part of its commitment to promoting sustainability and reducing its carbon footprint, the Office of Sustainability at UMBC is proud to release the Retriever Air GHG Calculator. This new tool is...

Posted: April 17, 2023, 10:06 AM