Sustainability

From declining greenhouse gas emissions to innovative educational campaigns, Pitt is on its way to meeting many of the 68 goals established in the 2018 plan. Here’s what you need to know.

The seed grants from the Mascaro Center for Sustainable Innovation fund teams focused on finding solutions to the world’s toughest problems.

Across campus, you'll find many opportunities to help you give your things a second life or to properly recycle items, promoting a culture of reuse and diverting items from landfills.

Responses will inform the University’s transportation strategies.

Meet leaders of sustainability at Pitt, support local vendors and more.

Head to the William Pitt Union Plaza on April 6, 13 or 20 for baked goods, BBQ and more.

The 16th annual event will showcase class projects and celebrate this year’s sustainability awardees.

When a dentist removes old fillings or a mechanic changes a car’s oil, where do the chemicals go? At Pitt, thoughtful handling of harsh materials led to record-breaking recycling numbers in 2022.

Divert waste from landfills while cleaning your closet.

Ecotone Renewables uses zero-emission upcycling to produce sustainable Soil Sauce — an innovation that earned the company a $7,500 prize.