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Sustainability at the University of Maryland

The University of Maryland is committed to advance sustainability through the ways we impact the world: teaching, research, service, and operations.

About SustainableUMD

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Office of Sustainability

The Office of Sustainability supports & advances campus environmental performance & literacy, engagement, financial stewardship, & social well-being. 

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Progress Hub

The Progress Hub is the Office of Sustainability's new web portal for reporting UMD's measurable steps toward achieving campus sustainability goals.

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Sustainability Fund Priority Deadline

Any student, staff, or faculty can apply for funding to implement sustainability projects on campus. The priority deadline to submit proposals for the Sustainability Fund Grant is October 15th.

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Sign up for Forest Bathing

Experience a deep connection with nature and practice mindfulness on this guided walk though the Wooded Hillock on campus. 

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Sustainability at UMD

SustainableUMD refers to the campus-wide commitment to environmental responsibility. Any student, staff, or faculty can contribute to the SustainableUMD Network through research, academics, operations, or individual actions. Together we can tackle some of humanity’s grand challenges.

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Office of Sustainability

The University of Maryland Office of Sustainability supports SustainableUMD through facilitating the development and implementation of sustainable policies, practices, and programs for the campus community. It supports the university and the Sustainability Council in identifying and tracking progress towards key sustainability goals. 

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Measuring Progress

The SustainableUMD Progress Hub displays campus sustainability metrics in interactive dashboards, celebrates stories of sustainable progress across the UMD community, and connects local action at UMD with global sustainability goals.

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UMD's Target to Achieve Net-Zero Emissions
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AASHE STARS Certification Since 2014
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Purchased Electricity from Renewable Sources

Sustainability News from University of Maryland

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Study: Getting on Electric Grid Might Not End Poverty

In Rural Indian Villages, Community Size Determined Benefit From Connecting to Grid
View Article Study: Getting on Electric Grid Might Not End Poverty
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To Heal the Anacostia, Citizen Scientists Wade Into Troubled Waters

Partnership With Nonprofit Aims to ID, Track Contaminants and Help Improve River’s Health
View Article To Heal the Anacostia, Citizen Scientists Wade Into Troubled Waters
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$10M DOE Grant to UMD, Partners Aims to Advance Clean Hydrogen Fuel Technology

Maryland Researchers to Assess Reliability of Refueling Stations to Help Fight Climate Change
View Article $10M DOE Grant to UMD, Partners Aims to Advance Clean Hydrogen Fuel Technology

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Learn more about UMD's path to carbon neutrality by 2025, and sustainability initiatives across the campus!
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