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

Construction on the Quad to protect water, and green spaces

Ongoing Quad South Drainage & Accessibility Improvements

This project that will transform an existing service drive between the RAC, the Sondhiem building, and the Quad into a pedestrian-friendly plaza and walkway. Originally, the drive was intended...

Posted: August 23, 2013, 10:16 AM

New fall course: EDUC 299 'Save Our Trees—Stop the Ivy!'

Hands on environment with landscape architects, experts

EDUC 299 Save Our Trees—Stop the Ivy! Wed 2:30-3:30 ACIV-A Rm. 208 (Just 1 Credit) Many of UMBC’s older trees are being strangled by English ivy (hedera helix), a non-native invasive vine...

Posted: August 12, 2013, 4:05 PM

Giving Back

geography graduate '84

GIVING BACK – GREG CANTORI ’84, GEOGRAPHY There’s a conventional wisdom that nonprofits should be run like businesses. Be accountable. Watch the bottom line. But Greg Cantori ’84, geography,...

Posted: August 8, 2013, 4:06 PM