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

Second Nature hiring for 4 paid fellowships

Get PAID to work on climate change

Overview: Second Nature is committed to centering climate justice/DEIAJ in all programming, member support systems, and internal organization operations. The Climate Justice Fellow will provide...

Posted: August 8, 2022, 1:33 PM

Be a Green Retriever!

Sign up for our Residential Compost Program!

We are excited to announce, that we have partnered with the Student Government Association, Residential Student Association, and UMBC Dining to provide a composting drop-off location for...

Posted: August 5, 2022, 8:52 AM

Where does my energy come from?

How does MD make electricity?

Electricity in the United States is produced (generated) with diverse energy sources and technologies The United States uses many different energy sources and technologies to generate...

Posted: July 20, 2022, 9:39 AM