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STARS Platinum - the highest
rating for sustainability


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We self-generate 100% of our energy use


 

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The state's only 4-star Certified Green Restaurants® (we have 2)


STARS Platinum seal

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 Dual Major


UNH is one of the only universities in the country to offer a Sustainability Dual Major – 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 futureLearn More

 
Sustainability News & Headlines

 

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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

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Skye Loto in the woods.

Internship Makes a Difference Close to Home

Internship Makes a Difference Close to Home

Skye Loto finds flexibility with Semester for Impact

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Sustainability Events

  • October
    8
    Business and the Climate Crisis 12:40 p.m. - 2 p.m., Business and the Climate Crisis Tuesday, October 8, 12:40-2 p.m.Granite State Room, MUBFeaturing: Ed Farrington ’93, President North America, Impax Asset Management and UNH Sustainability Advisory Board Member As Simon Stiell, executive secretary of the UN Fr a.m.ework Convention on Climate Change recently said, “It’s already blazingly obvious finance is the make-or-break factor in the world’s climate fight – in quantity, quality and innovation.” In this panel discuss...
  • October
    18
    Semester in the City Open House in Boston 8:30 a.m. - 6:45 p.m.,  Join us in Boston for the Semester in the City Open House!TRIP DETAILSFriday, October 18, 20248:30 a.m. - Free train to Boston, Meet at the Dairy Bar on Main Street 10:30 a.m. - Arrive in Boston - Lunch is included in the day!5:20 p.m. - Free train ride back to UNH6:45 p.m. - Arrive in Durh a.m. (Dairy Bar)  During the Open House, you'll have the opportunity to:- Meet current Semester in the City students- Learn about their internship placements- Participate in interactive work...
  • October
    30
    5 p.m. - 5 p.m., Join the Sustainability Institute at the Sustainability Cafés! They are a great way to keep in touch with people involved in sustainability on c a.m.pus, to meet new people, and catch up with old friends! All welcomed!Gather with us in The Den at Holloway Commons (HoCo) on the second floor. Grab your food at HoCo and then meet upstairs for a shared dinner. If you do not have a meal swipe, reach out to this email and we can coordinate appropriate accommodations.  
  • November
    1
     Semester in the City features:- 30+ hr/week internship at a mission-driven organization- Matched with a dedicated mentor/supervisor - Wednesday evening course (includes dinner) and Friday seminar/reflective workshops (includes breakfast & a.m.p; lunch) - 16 UNH credits (check with your advisor if some can count for your major)- Furnished apartment in the BU/BC area- Unlimited MBTA Pass (commute AND explore the city!)- $595 living stipend to help defray costs- No additional fees. Pay your UNH tu...
  • November
    1
    Local change. National networks.Semester for Impact (SFI) is a full-semester, credit-bearing internship progr a.m. right here in New H a.m.pshire, educating and empowering undergraduates to be problem solvers of tomorrow. Semester for Impact features:Quick Facts:S a.m.e tuition cost as one semester at UNH (financial aid applies!)Matched with a dedicated mentor/supervisorOnline Wednesday evening course (optional)Hybrid Friday seminar/reflective workshopsMaintain your current housing (on or off c a.m.pus)S...
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