The University of Minnesota is committed to incorporating sustainability into all aspects of the institution and we are leading the way through our teaching, research, and outreach and the operations that support them.
Sustainability goals as outlined in the University of Minnesota's systemwide strategic plan, MPact 2025:
Build a fully sustainable future.
Demonstrate state and worldwide leadership in sustainability and environmental teaching, research, and convening power.
Develop system leadership and governance coordination for sustainability initiatives.
Establish next-generation systemwide Climate Action Plan for 2030.
Latest Sustainability News
We’re hiring a Student Sustainability Communications Assistant! Open to undergrads passionate about sustainability, social media, writing, and graphic design. Help advance campus sustainability and engagement through communications! 👉 Apply by 11/14: Search Job ID: 370820 in the Student Job section.
The Office of Sustainability is rethinking how we engage our campus—and we need your perspective. Spend 2 minutes on this quick survey to help us create impactful events and programs that reflect what you care about. Take the survey.
* All reporting years are fiscal years (e.g. 2020 is July 1, 2019 - June 30, 2020), except the 2008 inventory which is calendar year January 1 - December 31.