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

Electronic Waste Collection Screening Tool

Many departments have inquired how to sustainably manage their electronic waste (e-waste). The Office of Sustainability is happy to debut the new E-waste Collection Screening Tool.  The...

Posted: November 19, 2021, 2:05 PM

Scholarship opportunity!

ASFPM Foundation Future Leaders Scholarship

The ASFPM Foundation Future Leaders Scholarship is a two-year scholarship awarded annually to a deserving college student entering their junior year of undergraduate studies or the last two...

Posted: November 17, 2021, 2:11 PM

11/17 is GIS Day

DYK: We have over 20 GIS tools for sustainability?!

GIS is a popular tool to use for sustainability and planning as humanity seeks to maximize the efficiency of the environment around us and protect what needs to be protected while maintaining...

Posted: November 17, 2021, 8:01 AM