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UW adopts new Green Building Standard

The UW Green Building Standard ensures that all construction and renovation projects maximize energy and water efficiency, reduce carbon emissions and align with principles of equity, ecological harmony and health & well-being.
Jan 01, 2025
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UW Athletics introduces reusable cup program

Dec 20, 2024

Huskies for Equitable Sustainability (HuES) monthly student meetings

Oct 16, 2024

Letter from Director Lisa Dulude: A year of transformation

A look at our accomplishments of the past year, and what's ahead - including developing a new Sustainability Action Plan for the University.
Aug 15, 2024

Watch our "Creating a Sustainable Campus" webinars

These events highlighted sustainability efforts across the UW, including decarbonization, air travel, dining, waste and more.
Jul 16, 2024
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Diversity commitment

A sustainable world
is an equitable world.

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Gold rated

 

The UW has earned a STARS Gold rating as a leader in higher ed sustainability. Learn more about what we're doing to address sustainability issues across our campuses. 

What we're doing

Our impact

University-wide effort

Sustainability is part of the fabric of our university, and our actions have a broad impact beyond our campuses. People and groups across the UW are working for a sustainable future. Learn more about sustainability in campus operations, academics and the student experience.

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