"The University of Wisconsin–Madison will be a living model for sustainability, exemplifying values and actions that demonstrate our commitment to stewardship of resources, respect for place and the health and well-being of the broader community, now and for the future."
SUSTAINABILITY TASK FORCE REPORT, 2010
Sustainability at UW
First Green Fund project completed
Residents of Leopold Hall can now enjoy a cooler, more efficient rooftop greenhouse. This project was the first to be supported by the UW–Madison Green Fund, administered by the Office of Sustainability.
Chancellor discusses sustainability efforts at UW-Madison
Chancellor Becky Blank has published a new blog post about the University of Wisconsin-Madison’s sustainability initiatives and achievements.
Five UW–Madison offices achieve green certification
The first Office of Sustainability-certified Green Offices are the Nelson Institute for Environmental Studies Academic Programs Office, UHS Counseling Services, LGBT Campus Center, Facilities Planning & Management, and the Morgridge Center for Public Service.
Campus Sustainability News
Office of Sustainability Launches 2017-2018 Green Fund
September 18, 2017- More News
SUSTAINABILITY EVENTS
- November
- November 4Help care for the UW Lakeshore Nature Preserve9:00 AM, Meet at Frautschi Point parking lot (3034 Lake Mendota Drive). On 80 bus route.
- November 19Help care for the UW Lakeshore Nature Preserve9:00 AM, Meet at UW parking lot 129 at the entrance to Picnic Point
- November 26Bird and Nature Walk at Lakeshore Nature Preserve1:30 PM, Meet at UW parking lot 129 at the entrance to Picnic Point
- December
- December 2Help care for the UW Lakeshore Nature Preserve9:00 AM, Meet at Frautschi Point parking lot (3034 Lake Mendota Drive). On 80 bus route.
- December 9