Sustainability
Pitt has been recognized for its bike-friendly efforts
The University is among 200 honored by the League of American Bicyclists.
Pitt’s grounds team earned a Green Star Award
The crew provides 24-hour maintenance to all landscaped areas, lawns, parking lots, garages and athletic fields across the University’s 145-acre Pittsburgh campus.
Pitt's BYO[Bag] is featured in the 2018 Sustainable Campus Index
The Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education recognized the University's reusable shopping bag program.
The Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education gives Pitt a STARS Silver rating
Pitt’s rating was based on its achievements in five overall areas: academics, engagement, operations, planning and administration and innovation and leadership.
Aurora Sharrard is appointed Pitt's first-ever director of sustainability
The University's newly established Office of Sustainability will coordinate its many sustainability initiatives, foster collaboration and monitor progress toward the bold goals outlined in the Pitt Sustainability Plan.
Pitt Dining Services achieves a sustainability milestone
Market Central reached its initial Real Food Challenge goal two years early.
Department of Energy-backed research aims to boost Rust Belt manufacturers
Professor Götz Veser will lead the projects, with funding totaling nearly $10 million.
Pitt earned a top award in the Pittsburgh Green Workplace Challenge
The University has won in its division in each competition since it first took up the challenge in 2013.