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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

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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. 

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Tips for Creating a Carpool

Drive less. Save more. For a green campus.

1) After finding other carpoolers from your area on the Casual Carpooling myUMBC group, establish initial contact via e-mail and phone. 2) Once you've made initial contact, set up a time and...

Posted: July 23, 2013, 5:38 PM

Green Commute Options: Save Gas, Save Cash, & cut emissions

Try transit shuttles, a bus, a bike, a zip car, or carpool!

Transportation Guide Know your options:   6 Transit Shuttle Buses http://umbc.edu/transit   UMBC’s Carpooling Program Connect with UMBC carpoolers   http://umbc.edu/go/alternetrides/...

Posted: May 23, 2013, 3:55 PM