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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.
January 1, 2025
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UW Athletics introduces reusable cup program

December 20, 2024
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10 Ways To Practice Sustainability During The Holidays

December 9, 2024
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Join the Sustainability Action Plan 2025 update kickoff events

Register now for the events at Oak Hall's Denny Rom on Nov. 20 or virtual via Zoom on Dec. 3.
October 30, 2024

Huskies for Equitable Sustainability (HuES) monthly student meetings

October 16, 2024
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Sustainability @ Dawg Daze 2024

Find Dawg Daze events connecting you with sustainability efforts at UW.
September 20, 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.
August 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.
July 16, 2024

Power Plant upgrades lead to decarbonization gains

July 15, 2024

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 (both operational and embodied), and align with principles of equity, ecological harmony and health & well-being.
July 1, 2024
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2024 Husky Sustainability Award winners

Learn about the students, faculty and staff who were named 2024 Husky Sustainability Award winners.
May 14, 2024

UW 2024 Earth Day

See events happening across the UW throughout the month of April to celebrate Earth Day!
April 1, 2024
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UW completes first comprehensive Greenhouse Gas inventory

This is the UW’s first comprehensive inventory of its direct emissions since 2005 and the first time ever the University has quantified the emissions connected to our purchased goods and services.
March 11, 2024

Watch the Greenhouse Gas webinar

Watch the discussion on the UW's greenhouse gas emissions and our decarbonization efforts.
December 14, 2023
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UW recognized as a sustainability leader

UW Bothell was named the best overall steward of grounds, while UW Seattle earned high marks for purchasing and transportation
November 28, 2023
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Stay engaged and informed on decarbonization

Resources to get involved across the UW.
November 8, 2023
Town Hall on Decarbonization at UW

Watch the Decarbonization Town Hall

October 26, 2023
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America Recycles Day is Nov. 15

October 23, 2023

UW Sustainability is hiring

October 16, 2023
Town Hall on Decarbonization at UW

Decarbonization Town Hall, Oct. 25

October 11, 2023
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Sustainability Fair

October 11, 2023

President's blog: Urgency of climate crisis motivating action across the UW

September 11, 2023
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Answers to common composting & recycling questions for new Huskies

UW Recycling has answers to your questions.
September 7, 2023
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UW, Stanford launch resource to help health care professionals respond to climate concerns

September 5, 2023
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9 tips to move into on-campus housing sustainably

Follow these tips to make move-in easier and reduce your waste.
August 7, 2023