Maryland Day at DC Climate Week sdeleon Mon, 03/23/2026 - 11:39 Tuesday, April 21st, 9 am - 7 pm, Stamp Student UnionHosted by the Maryland Energy Innovation Institute, Mtech Ventures, and the Maryland Energy Innovation Accelerator with sup…
The University of Maryland is committed to advance sustainability through the ways we impact the world: teaching, research, service, and operations. The Office of Sustainability supports & advances campus environmental performance & literac…
The University of Maryland has spearheaded sustainable food systems, from research and service to growing and sourcing local, fair, ecological, and humanely raised food for campus dining. The systems by which food is grown, processed, trans…
We can limit our consumption by switching from disposable to durable, reusable items and make ethical and sustainable purchasing decisions, because the best kind of waste is the one that is never created in the first place. From air and wat…
Any student, faculty, or staff at UMD can receive funding for initiatives and projects that benefit sustainability! Approximately $800,000 is available each fiscal year in the Sustainability Fund, so consider any ideas or initiatives you'd
Proposals are due by October 15th or January 15th, each year. The minimum grant request is $2,001 for fund grants. If you would like to request less than that amount, apply for a Sustainability Mini-Grant. Please review the proposal materia…
Through stormwater management, we can prevent water pollution and nutrient overloading. Through rainwater collection, treatment, and reuse, we can reduce flooding and help our regional water systems while also conserving water. In all, UMD
The Sustainability Badge provides an opportunity for staff and faculty to participate in campus sustainability efforts on an individual level. The Sustainability Badge challenges staff and faculty to adopt behaviors that lower their impact
Many research centers housed at the University of Maryland are involved with finding solutions to environmental problems, in the local community and at global scales. The following are just a few of these centers. The Building Science Group…
Sustainability Mini Grants are intended to provide small grants ($2,000 or less) to encourage the development or maintenance of projects or programs that improve the sustainability of the UMD campus and/or enhance opportunities for students…
The University of Maryland's Living and Learning Programs are unique programs that integrate academics into student living space. Students have the opportunity to live in the same residence hall as fellow members of their Living and Learnin…
We can ensure an accessible, healthy, active, and equitable transportation system through planning, infrastructure, programs, policies, and practices. Carpooling is an efficient way to travel to campus from areas outside of College Park, an…