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.

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Get Involved

Are you interested in connecting with other students interested in sustainability? Check out the Student Office of Sustainability's First Thursdays at WPU 510 from 8 – 10 pm, and get to know about the student-led programs and organizations you can join. Or, explore upcoming sustainability events here.

Recycle with Pitt

If you’re wondering what Pitt recycles, you might ask instead: what doesn’t Pitt recycle? We have single-stream recycling bins across campus, and also offer specialized recycling for textiles, batteries, electronics, and of course compost!

Sustainability in Motion

Did you know Pitt offers easy, free, and sustainable transit? Here at Pitt, we prioritize our sustainable transportation options. Learn about biking (don’t forget to check out our friends at the Bike Cave), activating your free POGOH rides, using free public transit, shuttles and more.

Study Sustainability Here

Interested in incorporating sustainability into your learning? Pitt offers dozens of classes that incorporate sustainability into their curriculum, plus a certificate, transcript distinction, and summer research opportunities. Visit the Mascaro Center for Sustainable Innovation website to learn more.

Sustain Yourself

Curious about resources available to you? At Pitt, we’re committed to ensuring every student, staff, and faculty member has equal access to the resources and opportunities they need to thrive, because we know that everyone’s circumstances are unique. Learn more about accessing essentials like food, housing, healthcare, and more here.