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

INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY

Ladew Topiary Gardens

Butterfly House Internship (unpaid) Positions Available in Summer 2022 /Application Deadline: April 15 Organization Description: Ladew Topiary Gardens is a nonprofit, 501 (c)(3) organization...

Posted: March 14, 2022, 8:00 AM

Sustainabilty Office Welcome's New Coordinator

Claire R., Environmental Sustainability Coordinator

Today, Monday 3/14, UMBC's Office of Sustainability welcomes our new Environmental Sustainability Coordinator - Claire Runquist. If you happen to see her around today, or this week, please feel...

Posted: March 14, 2022, 7:37 AM

National Wildlife Federation Graduate Student Fellow

National Wildlife Federation Graduate Student Fellows help to inform and strengthen NWF Education and Engagement programs through dedicated research projects. Monetary fellowship grants are...

Posted: March 10, 2022, 2:18 PM