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

Building Community Around Sustainable Transportation

Read about Karly's internship experience at OCSS

"Before I applied for my internship with UMBC Off-Campus Student Services, I knew it was right for me. My passion throughout college was always taking the information I learned as an environmental...

Posted: December 16, 2013, 1:57 PM

New Retriever Exchange Group: Green Offices share supplies

Save time and money on new supplies, by reusing!

Julie Rosenthal is the Program Management Specialist in the Asian Studies Program but she has also taken the initative to launch a new group, to facilitate the exchange and sharing of office...

Posted: November 11, 2013, 4:36 PM

25 Students Inspired & Empowered @Climate Conference

Powershift gears students up to protect people & the planet

The following is a feature article for the Retriever Weekly UMBC students involved in Powershift A trip to Pittsburgh that left students inspired and motivated By Shannon Williams Staff...

Posted: November 4, 2013, 12:54 PM