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

Share your experiences with commuting- free food/raffle

UMBC Commuter Carpooling Focus Group Hosted by Off Campus Student Services  Wednesday, April 8th 12-1pm, Commons 327 Free lunch for all participants. A Kindle Fire will be raffled off. ...

Posted: April 2, 2015, 10:44 AM

Turn Down Tuesday: Use Natural Light

Remember 2 weeks ago when we all lost an hour of sleep thanks to daylight savings time?  That wasn’t fun for any of us, but it did mean that the sun now stays out later.   Sunset isn’t...

Posted: March 24, 2015, 10:06 AM

Turn down for Spring Break

As students, faculty and staff get ready for spring break, it's time to turn down! Before you go tomorrow, unplug electronics, turn off lights, and save energy!  Don't think these actions...

Posted: March 12, 2015, 3:03 PM