Canopy of trees from below
Creating a Thriving Culture of Sustainability

Balancing equity, environment, & economics so current and future generations can thrive. 

View Our Sustainability Plan
View Our Climate Action Plan
Connect With Us
A student checks his bike for safety requirements
Upcoming Events
Check out sustainability events at Pitt and around the city, including tours, lectures, films, celebrations, and other ways to connect with with like-minded people.
A volunteer carries a tree sapling and shovel for planting.
Get Involved
Everyone has a role in sustainability at Pitt. Learn how you can get involved through student groups, activities, greening your office or lab, and more.
A young woman works on a classroom experiment.
Newsletter Sign-Up
Subscribe to our monthly newsletter to stay updated on events, campus initiatives, funding opportunities, and sustainability-related careers and internship.
A man picks up trash in a park.
How We Reduce Waste

Recycling, Compost & Zero Waste

At Pitt, we’re keeping more materials out of landfills. In fiscal year 2024, we diverted 49% of materials to recycling or reuse. While the University doesn’t have a formal zero waste goal, more of our campus community is adopting a zero waste mindset. 

Learn How to Reduce Waste
Rehab science administrators celebrate a green designation.

Green Up Your Space

Discover simple ways to make your space more sustainable, on campus or at home. Earning a Pitt Green designation is easy, and you’ll join our growing community.

Green Offices
Green Labs

News

tree canopy on Pitt campus

Pitt celebrates Arbor Day

AI and sustainability graphic

Real Talk: AI and Sustainability

Pitt Digital offers tips for using AI tools more efficiently and with less environmental and social impact.

Earth Month graphic

Happy Earth Month!

Learn about Pitt’s many events, opportunities, and resources that will make your Earth Month special.

View All News

Events

View All Events