At The University of Baltimore, we provide knowledge that works. Get real-world career
preparation and the hands-on experience employers demand at a fraction of the cost
of other universities. Pick courses that fit your schedule and create an education
tailored to your vision and needs. Welcome to UBalt!
UBalt Sustainability is housed in Facilities Management. We seek partnership with
students, faculty, and staff on sustainability initiatives that make our campus and
community a place of innovation and implementation. We encourage you to connect with
us to discuss your ideas and interests. Here are ways you can get started:
Volunteer
Our events throughout the year need energetic volunteers to be successful. From planting
trees, to speakers, to our environmental film series, there are many ways to get involved.
We also welcome ambassadors to help create a campus wide culture of sustainability.
Good habits and leadership
Help us be a greener campus by developing good habits and encouraging your friends
and colleagues. Even better, make an individual, group, or department commitment
to reduce your impact by:
Turn off your monitor and log off your computer. It's easy to turn off your monitor every time you leave your office for more than
20 minutes.
Turn off the lights. If you leave your office for more than five minutes, turn them off. Many of our offices
now have sensors that automatically turn lights on and off.
Unplug any devices not in use. Plugged-in devices consume energy, even when you're not using them. Consider unplugging
before vacations.
Eat less meat. Animal agriculture is responsible for 18 percent of greenhouse gas emissions, more
than the combined exhaust from all transportation. Learn more through the campaign
Meatless Monday.
Use a power strip. Switching off a power strip allows you to turn off devices all at once. Turning off
appliances is more efficient than leaving them in idle mode.
Use energy-efficient devices. Use Energy Star equipment; it pays for itself.
Be smart with your blinds. Block extreme heat or cold by closing your blinds. At normal temperatures, turn off
the lights, open the blinds and allow natural sunlight to brighten your office.
Dress appropriately. If it's cold, put on an extra sweater. Avoid energy-hogging space heaters.
Use the revolving doors. It helps keep the warm air in winter and the cold in summer inside the building.
Reduce, reuse and recycle. Print less, use less, print in black and white, recycle what you can and use recycled
items.
Take the stairs. Not the elevator.
Live and shop locally. It’s green to invest close by.
Walk, bicycle, and use transit. Use less fossil fuels.
