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Portrait of Sally DeLeon

Sally DeLeon

Sustainability Manager
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Scott Lupin

Director

Architecture School’s 3 New Dual Degrees to Prepare Students for a Changing, Challenging World

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Water for Food Deserts

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Reports & Other Resources

The University of Maryland has worked to integrate sustainability into operations, academics, and research since the early 2000s. These efforts are guided by strategic plans, the University Sustainability Council, division-specific Task Forces, Council-sanctioned Work Groups, and others. Current and historical progress is captured in the documents provided below. To get involved today, explore the SustainableUMD Network's programs and opportunities.

Our Guide to Sustainable Gifting: Ideas for Mindful and Ethical Gifts this Season!

Sustainable Gifting Guide

Americans toss 25% more trash than usual between Thanksgiving and New Year’s — about 1 million tons of extra garbage weekly, according to the National Environmental Education Foundation. Here are some ideas for ways to gift thoughtfully and reduce waste!

Coping with Climate Anxiety- Toolkit

Do you feel anxious or stressed about global risks like the coronavirus and climate change? That’s perfectly normal, as global risks are certainly nerve wracking. We’ve compiled some coping strategies to help navigate the stress and anxiety that our current crises can trigger.

Trails & Green Spaces: At & Around UMD

Green at Home Guide

Green home guide save costs and the environmentBring Sustainability Home!

The first step to going green at home is talking to those you live with: your roommates, housemates, your family, or whoever impacts your home decisions.  Ask them to brainstorm ways to be more sustainable while saving money.

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