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

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Share your favorite @home zero waste tips with UMBC!

This year Campus Race to Zero Waste (formally recyclemania) will look a little different since most of us are not on campus. Help us come together and celebrate by sharing a tip, trick, or...

Posted: January 15, 2021, 9:18 AM

Thank you and happy new year!

The UMBC Office of Sustainability wants to thank everyone for a great year and wants to wish you a happy and healthy new year!  Sustainability Office Happy 2021 Video:...

Posted: December 15, 2020, 8:14 AM