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

Turn Down Tuesday

UMBC’s Eco-Ambassadors welcome you back to campus and the spring semester!  We will continue our "Turn Down Tuesdays" series this semester with energy saving fun facts and tips!   As the...

Posted: February 17, 2015, 10:22 AM

Apply to be an Eco-Ambassador for Spring, Summer or Fall!

Help lead the sustainability movement on campus!

We are currently seeking new interested eco-ambassadors to join our team for the spring semester, and beyond. You will have the opportunity to shadow our experienced ambassadors, and you may be...

Posted: February 13, 2015, 3:48 PM

Join up with the Food Recovery Network!

The Food Recovery Network is looking for Friday volunteers.

The Food Recovery Network is looking for volunteers to help drive recovered food from the Commons and Dining Hall to local homeless shelters. They are looking for drivers at 2:15 PM or 3:00 PM...

Posted: February 12, 2015, 8:59 PM