Washington University in St. Louis is fully committed to being a national leader in sustainability, a core priority that runs through all aspects of our community, our operations, and our work as a leading teaching and research institution. Explore how we are addressing climate change and environmental degradation.
Energy & Emissions
Since 1990, energy use on the Danforth and Medical campuses has remained flat despite the square footage nearly doubling.
Alternative Transportation
Cut down on your emissions, improve your heath and save money by biking, riding the metrolink or carpooling.
WashU Green Ambassadors
WUGAs train first year students to sustainability, through engagement during orientation week and beyond!
News
Park(ing) Day Transforms Parking Spaces into Miniature Park
On Friday, September 20th, three student groups from the Sam Fox School co-hosted an event on the Delmar Loop to celebrate Park(ing) Day. Park(ing) Day is an annual, international event where parking spaces are converted into temporary parklets, or miniature parks, in order to creatively make new forms of public space. The event started in […]
Volunteer at Chancellor Martin’s Inauguration
Five thousand people are expected to come together on October 3rd to celebrate the inauguration of the 15th Chancellor of Washington University in St. Louis. We are excited to have worked closely with Chancellor Martin's team to make this ceremony a green event, with the inclusion of 4 waste stations to help and educate the WashU […]