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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.

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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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SustainableUMD Advisors introduce students to core sustainability concepts through an interactive lesson aimed at getting students involved on campus.

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Sustainability Fund Applications Open

The Sustainability Fund is open to all students, staff, and faculty to implement sustainability projects on campus. Applications are due Oct 15th (priority) and Jan 15th.

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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.


2025
The Year UMD Achieved Net-Zero Emissions
100%
Purchased Electricity from Renewable Sources
GOLD
AASHE STARS Certification Since 2014
>90%
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Sustainability News from University of Maryland

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August 8, 2025

$2M NSF Award Funds AI Investigation of Biopolymers for Biodegradable Plastics

Engineering Research Aims to Reduce Global Burden of Pollution
View Article $2M NSF Award Funds AI Investigation of Biopolymers for Biodegradable Plastics
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May 13, 2025

New Mural ‘Brightens’ Regents Drive Garage

Artwork Designed by Honors Humanities Students
View Article New Mural ‘Brightens’ Regents Drive Garage
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May 6, 2025

The Dirty Details of McKeldin’s Trash

Library’s Waste Audit Gathers Info With Goal of Improving Sustainability
View Article The Dirty Details of McKeldin’s Trash

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