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

Plastic Bag Recycling Challenge

#UMBCbeyondthebag

Since November 2020 UMBC has participated in the NexTrex Plastic Film Recycling Challenge.  To date, we have recycled 228 pounds of plastic! Help us reach our goal of 500 lbs by May to win a bench...

Posted: January 27, 2020, 9:14 AM

Sustainability Matters Welcomes New Coordinator

The Office of Sustainability is pleased to announce our newest team member Ms. Kayla Hickman! Kayla joins UMBC as the new Environmental Sustainability Coordinator within Sustainability Matters....

Posted: January 22, 2020, 4:33 PM