May 1, 2023

The University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) is doing its part to promote renewable energy and reduce its carbon footprint as part of a commitment to achieving carbon neutrality by 2045. According to the UMB Office of Sustainability, 2022 marks the first time in UMB’s history that 100 percent of its electricity came from renewable sources. Additionally, UMB has taken numerous steps to implement its commitment to sustainability, including the installation of energy-efficient lighting and HVAC systems, piloting a Green Labs program, and the implementation of sustainable procurement policies. The University is even encouraging employees to reduce their own carbon emissions by partnering with WeSolar to offer community solar benefits to staff and faculty who receive electricity from BGE. To date, over 300 UMB staff, faculty, and postdocs have enrolled in the program.

Read more about UMB's commitment to sustainability.

Depicted: UMB President Bruce Jarrell demonstrates a commitment to sustainability during a recent campus cleanup day sponsored by the Office of Sustainability and the Staff Senate.