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  • Sustainability Seven: Michael Carmichael, Facilities Management

    Michael Carmichael became University of Maryland’s first Stormwater Management and Maintenance Inspector five years ago. He is featured in our “Sustainability Seven” because of his dedication to helping make UMD a more sustainable campus through better stormwater management practices. 1) For those who do not know or are not familiar with the term, what is stormwater management and how does it relate to sustainability?

  • Momentum Magazine

    The summer edition of Momentum from the College of Agriculture & Natural Resources features stories about how the college is helping to ensure a clean and healthy Chesapeake Bay by helping farmers navigate the tides of saltwater intrusion, and a revolution in management of green space and stormwater practices by residents in Baltimore City. Read More

  • Campus Recycling Update Regarding Glass

    The processor of UMD's recyclable material is no longer accepting glass. Please do not dispose any glass products in campus recycling bins—all glass products should be disposed in the trash/landfill waste bins.  Read More


More University Sustainability News

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Fighting the ‘Insect Apocalypse’ With Knowledge

Entomology Grad Student’s Campus Displays Show Bug Loss’ Costs
View Article Fighting the ‘Insect Apocalypse’ With Knowledge
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New Bins Make It Clear: Toss Your Glass Waste Here

Recycling Bins Added to Locations Across Campus
View Article New Bins Make It Clear: Toss Your Glass Waste Here
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At UMD’s Aquaponics Lab, the Farmers Have Fins

New Greenhouse Will Triple Research, Education of Sustainable Farming Method
View Article At UMD’s Aquaponics Lab, the Farmers Have Fins
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