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

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Session Recap>>Campus Conservation Nationals: Lessons...

Full Title: Session Recap>>Campus Conservation Nationals: Lessons Learned by Competing to reduce Dormitory Water and Electricity Use Thanks to Katherine Fink for transcribing this session!...

Posted: October 10, 2011, 5:11 PM

Session Recap>>The Power of Community Colleges to...

Full Title: Session Recap>>The Power of Community Colleges to Create the Green Economy: Leadership- A Key to Success Thanks to Benjamin Newton for transcribing this session! Join the AASHE...

Posted: October 10, 2011, 5:01 PM