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STARS Platinum - the highest
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Princeton Review Top 50 Green College
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The state's only 4-star Certified Green Restaurants® (we have 2)
Sustainability runs deep at UNH, and is our future
We've been STARS Platinum rated since 2017, it's the highest level of sustainability performance from the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE). It's a distinction of less than 10 universities and colleges in the country. Our practices, successes and future solutions are a university-wide effort by faculty, staff and students.
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Sustainability at UNH
Explore the hundreds of sustainability-related courses, nearly 40 related majors/minors and our Sustainability Institute, a gateway for all students to make impact on campus and in local communities through internships, fellowships, hands-on experiences and volunteering.
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Sustainability Dual Major
UNH is one of the only universities in the country to offer a dual major in sustainability – a powerful experience to better understand any major from a sustainability perspective. Combine your education with the knowledge, skills, and experience needed to create a more sustainable future.
UNH Earns Highest National Rating for Sustainability for Third Consecutive Time
UNH Earns Highest National Rating for Sustainability for Third Consecutive Time
University once again achieves STARS Platinum status
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UNH Leading the Way on New Hampshire’s First-Ever Food System Strategic Plan
UNH Leading the Way on New Hampshire’s First-Ever Food System Strategic Plan
Sustainability Institute’s NH Food Alliance helps build roadmap for farmers, fisherman and consumers
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UNH Positions Students, Businesses to Thrive in Wake of SEC Climate Disclosure Ruling
UNH Positions Students, Businesses to Thrive in Wake of SEC Climate Disclosure Ruling
Sustainability programs prepare students for in-demand jobs and companies for compliance
ArticleSustainability Events
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December35:00pm - 6:00pm, Shrink plastic waste on campus! Join Sustainability Institute interns to make Shrinky Dinks from recycled plastic, an easy, creative way to reuse materials and create something unique! Free and open to all UNH students! Grab your dinner and join us! Need a meal swipe? Let us know in your RSVP!Wednesday, December 35 to 6 PMHolloway Commons, Wildcat Den (2nd floor)RSVP
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December5
3:30pm - 5:30pm, Join the Sustainability Institute Zero Waste Interns to make upcycled winter-themed decorations (or thoughtful handmade gifts!) for the holiday season! We’ll reuse materials from campus academic buildings, helping to reduce waste on campus.Friday, December 53:30–5:30 PMMUB, Room 334/336
