Introducing a Lighter-Weight Path to Green Department Certification
Green Department Certification LITE Boston University Sustainability is pleased to announce the launch of Green Department Certification 2.0 LITE, debuting Fall 2026 — a new pathway that extends the benefits of the university’s Green Department Certification program to departments of every size. Since its introduction, the Green Department Certification program has enabled departments across the […]
How to Help BU Win the Campus Race to Zero Waste!
BU’s Zero Waste Plan aims to divert 90% of campus waste from landfills and incinerators by 2030. The Campus Race to Zero Waste helps us get there, but only if students show up for it. Every bottle recycled and old charger properly disposed of counts toward reducing waste and cutting emissions. Here’s how you can help BU win the race! Recycle Smarter BU uses mixed recycling, which […]
Announcing the 2025 Sustainability Innovation Seed Grant Recipients
This fall, BU students proposed new ways to make the campus more sustainable—from rethinking lab waste to redesigning streetlights. Through the Sustainability Innovation Seed Grants, a partnership between BU Sustainability and Innovate@BU, 10 projects were awarded $500 and mentorship to kick-start solutions addressing the University’s most pressing climate and waste challenges. Each project aligns with […]
Reuse at BU: Simple Ways to Cut Waste and Go Green
Sustainability is all about taking small, meaningful actions that add up to something big. Whether it’s grabbing lunch in a reusable container, using a reusable water bottle, or donating items at move-out, reusing helps cut down waste and keep our campus green. Here are a few easy ways you can make reusing part of your everyday BU routine: Choose to Reuse […]
Refining the Strategies for Meeting our Climate Goals
“Building decarbonization,” is a wonky term that you are going to hear our team talk a lot about, especially over the next several months.
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.
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.
Boston University Earns STARS Gold For Second Year Running
For the second consecutive year, Boston University has earned a STARS Gold rating from the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE).