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STARS Platinum - the highest
rating for sustainability
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Main campus powered by 100% renewable electricity
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State's only 3-star green certified
restaurant (we have 3)
A top-rated sustainability institution.
Sustainability at UNH is a university-wide endeavor. We're all stewards of sustainability through our collective
action. We can balance the values of environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and economic vitality to
meet our present needs and ensure the ability of future generations will meet their needs.
Engage with UNH's sustainable learning community today.
Sustainability Dual Major
UNH is one of the only universities in the country to offer a Sustainability Dual Major – a unique and powerful experience to better understand any discipline through the lens of sustainability. It’s an innovative pathway to combine your disciplinary education with the interdisciplinary skills and knowledge needed to create a more sustainable future. Learn More
STARS Platinum Status
UNH holds a STARS Platinum rating from the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability
in Higher Education (AASHE). This recognition places us at the highest level of sustainability
performance among colleges and universities. UNH's Platinum rating was made possible through
a long-term, concerted, and university-wide effort that engaged faculty, staff, and students.
Sustainable Recognition
Inspired to make an impact
Sustainability Events
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October27
Strategy & Communications: Carsey’s Master in Public Policy
12:30pm - 1:00pm, Strategy & Communications: Carsey’s Master in Public Policy
Michael Ettlinger, Director of the Carsey School of Public Policy, leads a discussion on the importance of strategy and communications within the world of policy analysis and development and how the Carsey School’s Master in Public Policy (MPP) prepares graduates to effectively design and communicate policies and policy changes. He’ll be joined by Kristen Grimm, President of Spitfire Strategies and a Carsey Sch...
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October28
Semester in the City Info-Session
1:00pm - 2:00pm, Join the virtual info session to learn about a life-changing internship opportunity, Semester in the City (SITC), on Thursday, Oct 28 at 1pm! Hear from SITC alumni about how the program works and what kinds of internships you could be matched with! Semester in the City is an awesome opportunity to meet new friends, live in a city, and get real-world experience.
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November1
B Impact Clinic: Spring 2022 Applications Final Deadline
Do you want to make the world a better place? Did you know that there is a community of companies that are harnessing business as a force for good? Learn more and contribute to this culture shift by becoming a part of UNH’s B Impact Clinic.UNH’s Changemaker Collaborative, in partnership with New Hampshire Businesses for Social Responsibility, gathers small teams of UNH students (from all majors) each semester to act as consultants for local businesses to help them become B Corp certified, rec...
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November1
Semester in the City: Spring 2022 Applications Final Deadline
Last chance to apply for spring 2022 Semester in the City! One application, two opportunities – spend the spring in Boston or right here at UNH, Durham!@BOSTON:Live and intern in Boston with a mission-driven organization in the fall! You'll work with a dedicated mentor, earn a full semester of credit, build your network and career-skills and make a difference in the community!@UNH:Make a difference on campus with SITC @ UNH! Get the same great benefits of the Boston-based program and intern w...
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Sustainability Virtual Tour
UNH is a leader in sustainability. Learn how we infuse sustainability in the daily operations of our campus and how we inspire, train and support the next generation of changemakers.
