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We support the transformation of Boston University’s planning, operations, and culture toward a sustainable and equitable future. We are guided by the University’s mission, Strategic Plan, and Climate Action Plan.
Featured Projects
From sustainable renovations of existing buildings to construction of cutting-edge, fossil fuel–free facilities, BU works with partners to lead groundbreaking projects.
Doing Their Part
Meet the members of the BU community who are leading by example in their daily actions and vocations.
Reimagining Waste as a Resource
How will you help BU achieve its Zero Waste goal? Read the Zero Waste Plan and contact sustainability@bu.edu to let us know how you'll be part of the solution.
Latest News
Introducing the 2024-25 Sustainability Innovation Seed Grant Award Winners
The Sustainability Innovation Seed Grants support student-driven sustainability interventions with funding and resources offered by BU Sustainability and Innovate@BU. Students are empowered to kick-start a project that tackles the leading sustainability challenges facing BU and beyond. This year, there are thirteen awardees ranging from fashion to repurposing gently used laboratory equipment to robots. Awardees: BU Closet is […]
BU Hockey Goes Zero Waste
On November 8th and 9th, Boston University and UMass Lowell came together to promote sustainability with their hockey fans.
CCDS Featured in the Smithsonian Channel Series “How Did They Build That?”
Aired on Sunday, October 20, 9 PM EST, the episode will feature the 19-story Center for Computing & Data Sciences (CCDS), the largest fossil fuel-free building in Boston, Massachusetts.
BU Sustainability Festival at GSU Plaza
"Dozens of student groups will be on hand, plus free food, bike safety info, and lots of giveaways." To learn more view the full article on BU Today.
WCVB News Channel 5: Mass. university continues to clean up its act for ‘Allston Christmas’
"Allston Christmas — a time of year when apartment leases turn over, "Storrow-ings" skyrocket, and curbside deals can be found around every corner. To learn more view the full report on the WCVB website.
WASTE DIVE: How Boston University manages the disposal chaos of move-out season
"One the largest universities in Massachusetts diverted an estimated 113 tons of material from disposal as students left in May." To read more of this article in Waste Dive from August 28, 2024, click here.
Eco-Friendly College Life: How to Move In and Live Sustainably
Boston University Sustainability has some tips for pulling off an eco-friendly Move-in. Read more of this blog from BU Sustainability Intern Sophia Doiron (COM '25) in BU Today.
Goodwill, Not Landfill Reaches Record Numbers in 2024
This year was a record-breaking year for Boston University’s nation-leading Goodwill, Not Landfill, donation and recycling program.