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

Air Quality Awareness Week

Launch of Retriever Ambient Air Quality (RAAQ)!

Air Quality Awareness Week This week, May 2-6, is Air Quality Awareness Week 2022 ! The week is recognized, promoted, and celebrated by: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration...

Posted: May 2, 2022, 9:08 AM

Work with the Office of Sustainability!

Eco-Ambassador Applications for 2022/2023 are open!

Join our team & help make UMBC a more Sustainable Campus! Are you passionate about sustainability and want to leave a positive impact at UMBC? If you said yes, then look no further because...

Posted: April 28, 2022, 2:47 PM

We want to hear from YOU about compost

Take our survey to share your thoughts on compost on campus

What is composting? Composting is the process of using organic material to enrich soil. It's a type of natural fertilizer made of food scraps, which otherwise rot slowly in landfills, releasing...

Posted: April 21, 2022, 9:55 AM