Balancing equity, environment, & economics so current and future generations can thrive.
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.
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.
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Pollinator Month 2026
Every June, the University of Pittsburgh celebrates the pollinators that keep our ecosystems, food systems, and communities thriving.
Pitt Health Sciences Planetary Health Report Card Results
Since 2023, Pitt has participated in the Planetary Health Report Card, an annual assessment of how well health professional schools incorporate sustainability into their programs.
Join Pitt’s Digital Spring Cleaning Challenge
Did you know stale data generates about 5.8 million metric tons of CO2 emissions each year? You can help Pitt reduce its carbon footprint by taking a few minutes to tidy up your digital storage space.