Sustainability
The University of Texas at Austin strives for excellence in advancing environmental stewardship and sustainability on our campus, in our academic and research programs, and in our public service and outreach activities. The President’s Sustainability Steering Committee, the Campus Sustainability Policy, and the Office of Sustainability serve to guide us as we work together to advance economic vitality, ecological integrity, and social welfare.
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Education & Research
The UT Austin Sustainability Directory enables robust searches of courses, degree programs, centers, research, and faculty and staff working on environmental and sustainability initiatives. Just browse or do a focused search — and suggest new content for the database.
Centers & Institutes
The Energy Institute provides guidance for sustainable energy security through the pursuit of research and education programs — good policy based on good science.
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Operations
Office of Sustainability
The Office of Sustainability was established in 2009 to promote sustainable campus operations and initiate new collaborations among students, faculty, and staff.
Alternative Transportation
The university encourages commuting to campus by any means other than driving alone. Check out all the programs and services available to you today from Parking and Transportation Services.
Initiatives
The Facilities Services department of The University of Texas at Austin supports City of Austin water conservation efforts while protecting and preserving the campus environment. See the Know article, Landscaping with Austin’s climate in mind.
Gauging Our Progress
UT Austin has been a member of the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE) since 2008, participates in the Sustainability Tracking Assessment and Rating System (STARS) as a pilot member, and continues to receive high marks on the Green Report Card.
Green Fee Committee
In March, 2010 students at The University of Texas at Austin approved a new green fee to support environmental projects and scholarships on campus. The Green Fee Committee oversees how the funds are used.
The proposal submittal period for 2012 green fee funding is open through March 9. For more information on submitting your proposal application, see our Green Fee Committee page. Be sure to also check out the list of approved green fee funded projects for academic year 2011-12.