Less food waste, bike lane advocacy among UMD SGA’s sustainability priorities
SGA members said they are looking to decrease carbon footprints at this university.
Alumni innovations assist UMD sustainability efforts
The two former students, while both working to improve general sustainability, focus on different facets.
New Maryland law expands composting on campus and beyond
The law aims to prevent waste before it occurs, feed people and animals, recycle non-edible food waste and reduce greenhouse gasses emitted from landfills.
Closing Knox Road to cars is the key to reimagining public spaces in College Park
To take back our city, College Park legislators must close off Knox Road to cars
UMD community members celebrate sustainability at Earth Fest
The event occurs annually on this university’s campus and aims to teach students about environmental justice and sustainability.
UMD SGA executive candidates emphasize student well-being, sustainability in debate
Both presidential candidates discussed how they would address diversity, equity and inclusion issues at this university.
UMD SGA promotes sustainability efforts and electric buses on campus
Along with promoting a fossil-free campus, the organization has also been pushing for funding for electric buses on campus.
What’s the buzz? UMD could soon become Bee Campus USA certified
A bee-certified campus title would add sustainability-focused courses and create initiatives for more biodiverse spaces on the campus at this university.
Fashionista Friends helps students create amazing wardrobes and practice sustainability
The club, centered around sustainable fashion, wants to teach students how they can reuse and recycle clothes.
UMD SGA to hold monthly cleanups in off-campus areas
The clean-ups will target trash left behind from students around the bars, neighborhoods and restaurants just off campus.