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

Eco-fest 2020 call for exhibitors

EcoFest is a weeklong series of events organized by the Office of Sustainability  in coordination with other student organization partners such as SEA, Environmental Task Force, SGA, The Garden,...

Posted: February 6, 2020, 12:52 PM

Reusable Bag Drive

We want your extra reusable bags!

Help support UMBC's Retriever Essentials by donating clean re-usable bags! You can donate by placing the bags at any one of the Retriever Essentials donation centers: 1st floor of the...

Posted: February 3, 2020, 8:42 AM

Retriever Essentials in Need of Men's Coats and Gloves

The Coat Closet is in need of all size's of men's coats. If you are in a position to donate, please contact Julie Rosenthal, julier@umbc.edu AND Jada Washington, oo09976@umbc.edu to arrange for...

Posted: January 31, 2020, 8:26 AM