Greening UVM : University of Vermont

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08-22-2008 Sierra: UVM Third "Coolest School" in Country
08-07-2008 Kaplan Names UVM as One of Nation's 25 Greenest Schools
07-10-2008 EPA, UVM's Gund Institute Team Up
07-03-2008 State Climatologists Gather From Across United States
06-25-2008 University of Vermont Benefactor Stephen B. Rubenstein Dies at 69

UVM student activism brings use of 100% post-consumer recycled and chlorine-free paper to UVM. Read the full story on how UVM is changing the world one piece of paper at a time. in the view

Release Date: 02-21-2007

UVM Launches First Compressed Natural Gas Buses in Vermont

It’s a common sight in cities around the world: a noisy bus spewing a black cloud of diesel smoke. But starting February 16, students at the University of Vermont’s campus have been riding on two new buses that are much cleaner and quieter. Full Story...

The University of Vermont is committed to environmental stewardship as a pillar of its academic, student, and institutional culture. This website, made possible by the Office of Sustainability, offers a glimpse into current activities at the "Environmental University." UVM is now reviewing and renewing its commitment to help Vermont, the region, and the world move into a sustainable future — join the discussion on the Leading By Design website.

Did you know?

Enough energy is saved by recycling one aluminum can to run a T.V. set for three hours or to light one 100 watt bulb for 20 hours.