At the University of Miami, we strive to promote sustainable living among all. If you want to green your campus, have an impact on student life, and leave a sustainable legacy at the U, ECO Agency is for you! Learn more
Residents Recycle Right
Since 2019, the University has implemented a plastic bag reduction strategy. The bookstore, the farmers market, concessions, and even franchises like Subway transitioned to paper bags. Today, plastic bags are also making our recycling processes more difficult, especially in residential areas. Campus residents are invited to help by NOT DUMPING PLASTIC BAGS in recycling containers or chutes. Watch the video
Top 50 Green Colleges
The University of Miami started 2025 on a green note! Our ranking went up from #26 to #13 in the Princeton Review Top 50 Green Colleges. This very competitive list highlights institutions with excellent "sustainability practices, a strong foundation in sustainability education, and a healthy quality of life for students on campus." Learn more
Sustainability Scholar
The UM Sustainability Scholar Program’s goal is for students to further incorporate sustainability into their curriculum and cultivate leadership skills in promoting sustainability on campus and beyond. Students are encouraged to think critically about what economic, environmental, and social factors advance or inhibit long-term sustainability goals.The next deadline to submit applications is February 28, 2025. Learn more
Environmental Law
The Environmental Law Program in the School of Law is starting 2025 strong with Books and Brews, featuring Prof. Robert Verchick, climate law scholar and author of the award-winning "The Octopus in the Parking Garage", and Alex Harris, Miami Herald's lead climate change reporter. Books and Brews will take place on January 23, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. at the Gail Serota Reading Room in the Law Library. Reception will follow at the Bass Bricks (the School of Law courtyard). With the session led by Ms. Harris, Prof. Verchick will discuss his book, focusing on the key themes of risk management, adaptation, and climate resilience as climate justice.
Green Bookstore
The Campus Store is going green! Total sustainable sales are up 11% compared with last year. Recycle your old sneakers with Sneaker Impact, check for products with Green attributes like 1% for the Planet, and reusable food containers, and don't forget to recycle your old laptop or phone in the E Scrap box. Digital textbooks: A smarter choice for the planet Did you know that digital textbooks have a significantly lower environmental impact than printed ones? Research shows that switching to eBooks reduces carbon emissions by over 90% compared with new printed textbooks. Learn more
Gardening in Florida can be both incredibly rewarding and entirely frustrating. Our subtropical climate is perfect for growing an abundance of different vegetables, fruits, and herbs, but the challenges can sometimes be a bit overwhelming. Learn with experts from the IFAS extension Agroecology Lab. Join us in Campos Sano building, room 250, 1300 Campo Sano Ave, Coral Gables, FL 33146; map). RSVP now
Ray Santamaria has been working in Facilities Management as Lead Technician for over 10 years. He is also the proud owner of honeybee colonies certified by the Apiary Division of the Florida Dpt of Agriculture and Consumer Services. Come share Ray's passion, discover the world of bees, and learn the basics of bee keeping with the experts! Richter Library 1st floor - Flex Space B. RSVP now!
