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

JESS SI Call for Papers: Critical Energy Literacy

Intersectional Approaches to Research, Pedagogy, & Activism

Critical Energy Literacy: Intersectional Approaches to Research, Pedagogy, and Activism Manuscript submission deadline: January 31st, 2023 Amidst the growing climate crisis, critically informed...

Posted: June 15, 2022, 10:15 AM

Guidance for Using MD's 2018 Sea Level Rise Projections

Released today!

The Guidance for Using Maryland's 2018 Sea Level Rise Projections document has been published! You can download it and find answers to common questions at UMD's website. "This guidance...

Posted: June 13, 2022, 12:09 PM

Get Your Green Office Certification This Summer!

Now's the perfect time to up your sustainability game!

What is the Green Office Program?  The Green Office Program is a voluntary and competitive program that rewards staff and faculty for adopting more sustainable practices. The program seeks to:...

Posted: June 6, 2022, 8:33 AM