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Key findings and reflections from AASHE’s 2026 Higher Education Sustainability Staffing Survey & Report

  • AASHE (MA)

Join us for a discussion on insights from AASHE’s new report: Salaries & Status of Sustainability Professionals in Higher Education 2026! The session will include a review of the key …

  • Posted Sept. 4, 2026
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2026 SCI Supplemental Data File

  • AASHE (MA)

This supplemental file captures data that informed the Top Performer lists included in AASHE's 2026 Sustainable Campus Index (SCI).

The dataset found on the All Data tab includes variables …

Scaled Solutions With Sustainable Labs

  • AASHE (MA)
  • University of Virginia (VA)

The University of Virginia’s (UVA) Sustainable Labs Program reduces the environmental footprint of UVA’s laboratory research buildings through a dual approach: bottom-up researcher engagement via the Green Labs Program, and …

  • Posted Aug. 31, 2026
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ESSC with Chancellor King at the Regional Food Bank

SUNY SCI Submission 1

  • State University of New York System Office (NY)

Photos show the Empire State Service Corp members working during the food preparation and donation event. This took place in March of this year, at the Regional Food Bank of …

Dr. Edwin Mathieu

Beyond Belonging: Findings from a Multi-Institution Study of Equity and Inclusion at Predominantly White Institutions (PWIs)

  • St. John's University, New York (NY)

How can institutions accurately assess belonging and inclusion when student experiences are not always reflected in traditional campus climate measures? Grounded in Critical Race Theory (CRT), this session presents findings …

  • Posted Aug. 26, 2026
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Creating a More Sustainable Future: Sustainability Master Plan 2025

  • Elon University (NC)

The 10-year Sustainability Master Plan 2025 is a roadmap for the Boldly Elon strategic plan, which calls on Elon University to “Engage the campus in sustainable practices to become carbon …

  • Posted Aug. 26, 2026
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2026 Sustainability Report

  • Freie Universität Berlin

The recently published 2026 Sustainability Report gives an overview of the university’s current activities in this area, including how it has incorporated sustainability into its governance, teaching, research, and campus …

  • Posted Aug. 26, 2026
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NUS Sustainability Report 2025

  • National University of Singapore

As the third edition of the NUS Sustainability Report, this publication provides an update on the university’s contributions to environmental and climate-related sustainability in 2025.

  • Posted Aug. 26, 2026
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ASU Assistant Professor Jesse Senko (right) shows ocean futures PhD student Teagan Keating identifying traits of a Hawksbill turtle after one was caught in a pound net off the coast of Harkers Island in North Carolina on July 30, 2025. The Senko Lab for Marine Megafauna & Fisheries Conservation at ASU has found success with using solar panel lights to deter the bycatch of these turtles while keeping fishing rates relatively the same.

20250730 - Senko Lab in North Carolina Field Work - Day One - Harkers Island, North Carolina

  • Arizona State University (AZ)

title 20250730 - Senko Lab in North Carolina Field Work - Day One - Harkers Island, North Carolina brief description Jesse Senko Lab in North Carolina Field Work - Day …

Assistant Professor Liza Roger observes her coral through a magnifying glass in the aquaria room at the Rob & Melani Walton Center for Planetary Health in Tempe, Arizona

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  • Arizona State University (AZ)

title 20240215 LizaRogerCoralReefLab_1896.jpg brief description Assistant Professor Liza Roger observes her coral through a magnifying glass in the aquaria room at the Rob & Melani Walton Center for Planetary Health …

Reynolds Walk at the University of Guelph

University of Guelph Photo Submissions

  • University of Guelph (ON)

A collection of images of the University of Guelph for the 2026 SCI.

McGill's McCall MacBain Arts Building and main thoroughfare on the downtown campus

McGill's new air travel offset program

  • McGill University (QC)

New air travel offset program - McGill University launched an Air Travel Offsetting Program to address greenhouse gas emissions associated with university-funded travel. As of May 2026, emissions associated with …

McGill's Redpath Museum as viewed through trees on the downtown campus

McGill's new travel offset program

  • McGill University (QC)

New air travel offset program - McGill University launched an Air Travel Offsetting Program to address greenhouse gas emissions associated with university-funded travel. As of May 2026, emissions associated with …

Brock University President Lesley Rigg and Vice-President, Administration and Services Scott Johnstone celebrate after flipping the ceremonial switch to launch SPARK.

Launch of Brock University's $100M decarbonization initiative

  • Brock University (ON)

In 2025, Brock University launched SPARK (sustainability, performance, adaptation, renewal and knowledge), a more than $100-million journey that is reimagining campus sustainability and positioning the University as a leader in …

Solar panels on Towson University's Barton and Douglas residence halls.

Towson University Solar

  • Towson University (MD)

A portion of the Towson University solar array on Barton and Douglas residence halls.

GSC Founding Partners with winning student teams from the competition’s inaugural year at the Global Finale hosted at TUM

Global Sustainability Challenge (GSC)

  • Hong Kong University of Science & Technology

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Institutions partner on global student challenge – The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) partnered with Stanford University, Imperial College London, Indian Institute of Technology …

A student at CU Boulder makes a choice from a vending machine filled with options in aluminum cans.

CU Boulder Eliminates Single-Use Beverage Plastics

  • University of Colorado Boulder (CO)

Elimination of single-use beverage plastics - University of Colorado Boulder finalized a 10-year beverage services agreement with PepsiCo Beverages that will eliminate all single-use beverage plastics across campus. The agreement, …

Manitou a bi Bii daziigae features Canada’s first installation of its kind of coloured Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV), integrating renewable energy generation into the building’s exterior design.

Sustainable Design at Manitou a bi Bii daziigae

  • Red River College Polytechnic (MB)

Manitou a bi Bii daziigae, RRC Polytech’s LEED-certified building at the Exchange District Campus, brings together sustainable design, Indigenous culture and Truth and Reconciliation. It is the first RRC Polytech …

Opportunities for Improvement in Energy-Intensive Research Facilities

  • AASHE (MA)
  • International Institute for Sustainable Laboratories (VA)

Research institutions interested in reducing energy use, operational costs, and their carbon footprint can find great opportunities by focusing on laboratories. Due to their need to ensure air quality and …

  • Posted Aug. 20, 2026
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UVA Staff Sustainability Leadership Program

  • University of Virginia (VA)

UVA Staff Sustainability Leadership Program - 21 participants presented their waste-focused projects in the UVA Rotunda Dome Room on August 13, 2026

A CTV interview during the Mittohnee Pogo’ohtah Closing event at RRC Polytech in January 2026.

Mittohnee Pogo’ohtah Closing event at RRC Polytech, January 2026.

  • Red River College Polytechnic (MB)

RRC Polytech’s Mittohnee Pogo’ohtah initiative supports Indigenous entrepreneurship in Manitoba. In 2025, the initiative partnered with Pow Wow Pitch, with RRC Polytech serving as the local presenting partner for the …

Students presenting climate justice research at the Summit on Feminist Leadership in Climate Justice

Mount Holyoke Climate Justice Lab

  • Mount Holyoke College (MA)

Climate Justice Lab at Mount Holyoke College

Oberlin College Center for DEI Innovation and Leadership Changemakers

Oberlin Center for DEI Innovation and Leadership Photographs

  • Oberlin College (OH)

Oberlin College was selected to be highlighted in the Institutional Highlights section of the 2026 Sustainable Campus Index (SCI) and our center was asked to submit photos.

Mainstreaming Sustainability and Climate Change Across Higher Education: Lessons From Ten Pioneering Universities

  • Qatar University

Higher education institutions (HEIs) play a critical role in preparing graduates to address the interconnected global crises of the 21st century. Despite explicit calls from UNESCO's Education for Sustainable Development …

  • Posted Aug. 19, 2026
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The Catholic University of America West Campus Solar Array

The Catholic University of America's West Campus Solar Array

  • The Catholic University of America (DC)

Images of The Catholic University of American's West Campus Solar Array at Dawn.

Mechoopda BCEP Land Transfer

Mechoopda BCEP Land Transfer

  • California State University, Chico (CA)

President Gayle Hutchinson watches Mechoopda Indian Tribe of Chico Rancheria chairman Dennis Ramirez and Provost Debra Larson (VPAA) sign an agreement beside Rebecca Fris (left to right) as Chico State …

Mechoopda BCEP Land Transfer

Mechoopda BCEP Land Transfer

  • California State University, Chico (CA)

Kyle McHenry, walks with his children T’at’am Jo McHenry, 1, and Sean McHenry, 7, (left to right) explore the Butte Creek Ecological Preserve (BCEP) before Chico State Enterprises (CSE), an …

Mechoopda BCEP Land Transfer

Mechoopda BCEP Land Transfer

  • California State University, Chico (CA)

Sean McHenry, 7, and Christina McHenry (left to right) explore the Butte Creek Ecological Preserve (BCEP) before Chico State Enterprises (CSE), an auxiliary of California State University, Chico, and the …

Ngā Mokopuna - Victoria University of Wellington's Living Building based on indigenous values and regenerative design principles

Ngā Mokopuna - a living building based on indigenous wisdom

  • Victoria University of Wellington

In late 2024, Victoria University of Wellington opened Ngā Mokopuna as the University's newest green building and hub for Māori knowledge. Aspiring to gain Living Building Challenge certification, it exemplifies …

2013 Annual Report cover

2013 AASHE Annual Report

  • AASHE (MA)

AASHE's 2013 Annual Report documents continued development of the association's programs, member engagement efforts, and sustainability resources. The report highlights the release of STARS® 2.0, which introduced the first major …

  • Posted Aug. 10, 2026
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Annual Report 2012 cover

2012 AASHE Annual Report

  • AASHE (MA)

AASHE's 2012 Annual Report describes AASHE's first comprehensive rebrand, enhancements to the Resource Center, and continued development of the STARS® program. The report also documents increased international participation in STARS …

  • Posted Aug. 10, 2026
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Annual Report 2011 cover

2011 AASHE Annual Report

  • AASHE (MA)

AASHE's 2011 Annual Report highlights the organization's continued evolution through strategic planning, organizational restructuring, and expanded sustainability programming. The report documents the adoption of new strategic goals through 2015, a …

  • Posted Aug. 10, 2026
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Annual Report 2010 cover

2010 AASHE Annual Report

  • AASHE (MA)

AASHE's 2010 Annual Report highlights the organization's continued expansion, marked by membership surpassing 1,000 institutions, the successful launch of STARS®, and growing national leadership in advancing sustainability across higher education. …

  • Posted Aug. 10, 2026
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Volunteers are cleaning up the Gateway Green Roof for the spring/summer season.

Green Roof Cleanup

  • State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry (NY)

Students, faculty, and staff join in efforts across campus during Earth Week. Pictured here, volunteers are cleaning up the Gateway Green Roof for the spring/summer season.

The green roof is …

Student ambassadors in front of the waste center in Trailhead Cafe on campus

Bin Infrastructure

  • State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry (NY)

Trash, recycling, and compost bins are available across campus, from hallways to event spaces.

Two ESF students showing reusable containers

Reusable To-go Containers

  • State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry (NY)

Reusable clamshells and soup cups are the default to-go container option for the campus community eating at the Trailhead Cafe, with limited exceptions. We expect this to drastically reduce the …

Sustainability Strategy of Paderborn University 2026: Framework for Orientation Developed through a Participatory Process

  • Paderborn University

A Framework for Guidance Instead of a List of Measures This sustainability strategy differs from a “traditional” strategy, which typically involves binding measures, quantitative indicators, and fixed milestones. Our strategy …

  • Posted Aug. 10, 2026
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Thermochemical battery at University of Minnesota Morris

  • Grid Catalyst (MN)
  • University of Minnesota, Morris (MN)

This year UMN Morris installed the first thermochemical battery at a campus in the United States. The thermal battery was used to heat the Carpentry Shop at the campus during …

University of Minnesota 500 kW dairy agrivoltaic pasture and wind turbine shown with environmental studies faculty Clement Loo and UMN Morris students.

University of Minnesota Morris agrivoltaics and wind turbine

  • University of Minnesota, Morris (MN)

Assistant Professor of Environmental Studies Clement Loo explains the University of Minnesota 500 kW agrivoltaic array. The agrivoltaic dairy pasture, a collaboration between the University of Minnesota Morris and the …

Facilities Management and Planning staff looking at solar panel system on the roof of the New Science Building

University of Toronto Mississauga Photos for Sustainable Campus Index

  • University of Toronto Mississauga (ON)

The pictures attached are from UTM's New Science Building.

UTM’s newest building sets a new standard for green wet lab design in North America, right here in Mississauga. The new …

Energy and Carbon Master Plan

  • University of Massachusetts Boston (MA)

By implementing a range of initiatives and investments, UMB aims to meet environmental mandates, significantly reduce emissions, and create a sustainable campus for the future.

Sustainability and environmental justice are …

2009 Annual Report Cover

2009 AASHE Annual Report

  • AASHE (MA)

AASHE's 2009 Annual Report highlights the organization's continued growth, marked by the launch of STARS, expanding membership, and strengthened support for sustainability leadership across higher education.

Students and staff at a campus clean up at Victoria University of Wellington's Te Aro campus in Wellington, New Zealand

Clean up on campus

  • Victoria University of Wellington

Staff and students at a clean up on campus at Victoria University of Wellington's Te Aro campus

A Sustainability clothing swap for students and staff at Victoria University of Wellington's Kelburn campus in Wellington, New Zealand

Sustainability at Victoria University of Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand

  • Victoria University of Wellington

A Sustainability clothing swap for students and staff at Victoria University of Wellington's Kelburn campus in Wellington, New Zealand

Cal State Fullerton employees from across the campus, including geography and public health faculty and planning, construction and transportation staff, work on sustainability projects and initiatives.

CSUF Awarded National Gold Rating for Campus Sustainability

  • California State University, Fullerton (CA)

Water Conservation, Solar Power and Hands-on Learning Earn University Its Second Gold Rating

The Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education recognized Cal State Fullerton a second time …

CSUF public health major Vivian Castillo presents student research on campus trees at the fourth annual Energy and Sustainability Summit.

Energy and Sustainability Summit Explores Solutions for a Greener Tomorrow

  • California State University, Fullerton (CA)

Building a more sustainable environment and addressing critical climate issues will take cooperation and community involvement, experts said at Cal State Fullerton’s fourth annual Energy and Sustainability Summit.

Sponsored by …

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Eco-landscaping Phys ed Course

  • Dawson College (QC)

Since 2022 the office of Sustainability supports a compressed Phys Ed course titled Eco Landscaping where students spend a weekend beautifying the campus grounds by getting their hands dirty to …

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Support Staff Training Day

  • Dawson College (QC)

The office of sustainability led a Living campus tour for Support staff training day which included a seedling workshop where employees can plant a tomato on the campus grounds and …

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Sustainabili-TEAM volunteering

  • Dawson College (QC)

The office of Sustainability welcomes volunteers to join their Sustainabili-TEAM, members help out with daily tasks including garden maintenance, harvesting vegetables, and more! (studenst, employees and externals are welcome)

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Micro-forest

  • Dawson College (QC)

In October classes and volunteers came out to helped build a Micro-forest on campus with funding by a CICAN microgrant.

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