This Alum-Founded Startup is Turning Campus Food Waste into Fertilizer
Walk by Posvar Hall on Roberto Clemente Drive, and you might spy a green Ecotone Renewables shipping container that’s home to some of Pitt’s hardest-working employees: microbes that every day are turning food scraps into fertilizer.
Pitt Has Been Named a Gold Bicycle Friendly University
The University of Pittsburgh achieved Gold Bicycle Friendly University status from the League of American Bicyclists, upgrading from a Silver designation earned in 2022.
Pitt's Circular Economy Program Was Honored With a National Innovations in Education Award
The National Sustainability Society has recognized Pitt’s Circular Economy Program with the Innovations in Sustainability Education Team Award.
Sustainable Healthcare Challenge 2025 Winners
As part of the University’s of Pittsburgh’s second observance of One Health Day, the Schools of Health Sciences awarded financial awards student sustainability research and for the Sustainability in Healthcare Challenge.
Hillman Library earned LEED Platinum certification
The U.S. Green Building Council honored Hillman Library with LEED Platinum certification, the highest possible rank for its globally recognized green building rating system.
Pitt Green Spotlight: Pitt Dietrich School of Arts and Science Deans Office (November 2025)
The Pitt Green Spotlight is a monthly series highlighting people advancing sustainability, including Pitt Green Ambassadors and Pitt’s Green Offices & Labs!
Mascaro Center for Sustainable Innovation’s 2024-25 Annual Report
Peruse the Mascaro Center for Sustainable Innovation’s 2024-25 Annual Report for a glimpse into many progress points in the Pitt Sustainability Plan’s Exploration section.
Pitt Rooftops Boast 2,042 Solar Panels
The University of Pittsburgh is advancing its climate goals, aiming to source 50% of its electricity from renewables by 2030 and 100% by 2037.
Campus Sustainability Month 2025
The University of Pittsburgh is proud to participate in Campus Sustainability Month throughout October.
Pitt Green Spotlight: Department of Occupational Therapy (October 2025)
The Pitt Green Spotlight is a monthly series highlighting people advancing sustainability, including Pitt Green Ambassadors and Pitt’s Green Offices & Labs!
Climate Action Events 2024-25
In 2024 and 2025, the University of Pittsburgh offered a wide range of educational programs and events focused on the risks, impacts, and solutions related to climate change. These opportunities help student, faculty, and staff learn how to mitigate, adapt, and reduce climate impacts.
Get Started with Sustainability at Pitt!
Want to make sustainability a part of your daily routine at Pitt? Our Green Guides for students and employees are a great place to explore how blue and gold can make green! If you want to be in the loop for sustainability related events, jobs, and more, sign up for our newsletter here.
Questions, ideas, or concerns? Reach out to us at sustainability@pitt.edu.
Campus Bike Week 2025
This year’s Campus Bike Week runs from September 7 – 12, and brings together local bike organizations, folks new to biking, experienced bicyclists, and bike educators for a week of activities that highlight the many benefits that make biking fun and enjoyable.
Sustainability in Healthcare Challenge 2025
Despite its mission to improve human health, the healthcare industry generates 8.5% of greenhouse gas emissions and is the second leading contributor to landfill waste.
Pitt Green Spotlight: Suzanne Doolen (August 2025)
The Pitt Green Spotlight is a monthly series highlighting people advancing sustainability, including Pitt Green Ambassadors and Pitt’s Green Offices & Labs!