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

Wellness Wednesday: Welcoming Winter Wreath

A DIY Upcycled Hack bringing winter home

Wednesday, December 8th 12-1 PM Online  *Registration is required & participates will receive meeting link the day before the event. Please register...

Posted: November 29, 2021, 12:31 PM

Climate XChange's State Climate Policy Dashboard

What does it mean to pass adaptation and resilience policy? What does decarbonizing the transportation sector entail? And where can you see where the strongest climate policies have been...

Posted: November 29, 2021, 8:21 AM

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