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

Dr. Charles Ichoku - Faculty Announcement

Professor and GESTAR Center II Director

Welcome Dr. Charles Ichoku, who joined our GES faculty this semester as a professor and as the new director of the UMBC-led Goddard Earth Science Technology and Research (GESTAR) Center II! ...

Posted: April 20, 2023, 10:08 AM

ID that Plant App @ UMBC

The Pl@ntNet API is a powerful tool for plant enthusiasts and professionals alike. The API allows users to easily identify plants and flowers by submitting a photo or image of the plant in...

Posted: April 19, 2023, 12:40 PM

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