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

UMBC to Pursue Plastics Reduction Partner Program

National Wildlife Federation & Campus Race to Zero Waste

The National Wildlife Federation and the Campus Race to Zero Waste Program is excited to announce a new certification program for colleges and universities taking action to reduce the purchase and...

Posted: January 6, 2022, 12:23 PM

Science Engine Call for Environmental Tech Researchers

FootPrint Coalition's Science Engine is a new hub where leading scientists can share their research and engage directly with our audience to support it. The a platform, powered by Experiment.com,...

Posted: December 15, 2021, 1:36 PM

UMBC Sustainability appointed to AASHE's Advisory Council

Collaborating to drive sustainability in Higher Ed!

The Advisory Council (AC) is the primary mechanism for members to get involved in AASHE governance. Consisting of leaders from higher education, business, nonprofits and government, the AC...

Posted: December 15, 2021, 10:08 AM