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

AASHE upcoming workshops & webinars

Enhance your sustainability professional development!

2023 has a great lineup of educational opportunities for you, including: Jan. 5: Building a Curriculum Development Program for Your Institution Feb. 9: A Deep Dive into STARS Data Quality...

Posted: January 4, 2023, 7:55 AM

New UMBC Green Labs Program!

How Green Is Your Lab?

UMBC's Green Labs Program is a set of initiatives and guidelines designed to reduce the environmental impact of laboratories. This program focuses on reducing energy consumption, minimizing waste,...

Posted: December 15, 2022, 10:51 AM

AASHE Announces 2023 Educational Programs

Learn more about sustainbility best practices!

AASHE announced the first round of educational opportunities for next year, including: Jan. 5: Building a Curriculum Development Program for Your Institution Feb. 9: A Deep Dive into STARS Data...

Posted: December 6, 2022, 9:32 AM