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

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UMBC recognized by AASHE as Top Performer in Sustainability

For water use reduction and stormwater management!

UMBC has been highlighted for its sustainability efforts in the 2020 Sustainable Campus Index (SCI). UMBC was specifically highlighted for our efforts related to water use reduction and stormwater...

Posted: November 10, 2020, 8:41 AM

UMBC @ AASHE’s virtual Global Conference on Sustainability!

#GCSHE Join us as we present about sustainability!

UMBC's Office of Sustainability was invited to host a session at this year's Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education’s (AASHE’s) virtual Global Conference on...

Posted: September 30, 2020, 9:03 AM