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Check out the latest news and updates related to sustainability at the University, including University-wide news and updates from our office.
SMD Recycling Refresh
The Sustainability Office is coordinating an effort to improve recycling at the University of Rochester Medical Center, with the School of Medicine and Dentistry (SMD) as a pilot location. Find updates about the project here.
Our office’s news and updates
University earns recognition for commitment to winter environmental stewardship
December 2, 2025
As winter arrives, you may start noticing blocked off staircases or salt out on University walkways before the sun even rises. Though these may seem like typical winter management techniques,…
New energy project to cut natural gas usage and reduce carbon emissions
October 20, 2025
Beneath the surface: The cleanup transforming the Genesee Riverbank
September 22, 2025
Reducing waste to move research forward
August 4, 2025
Move-out program concludes with over 20,000 pounds of donations
June 16, 2025
Eyeglasses collection event achieves unprecedented success
May 20, 2025
University achieves STARS Silver rating for sustainability
April 21, 2025
Creating pollinator habitat through art
March 10, 2025
A fresh look at recycling at the School of Medicine and Dentistry
February 13, 2025
Sustainability Office welcomes new sustainability programs specialist
February 10, 2025
Energy efficiency project expected to save $290,000 and 669 metric tons of CO2 emissions annually
December 2, 2024
Student employment teams strengthen sustainability objectives
November 19, 2024
Solar eclipse glasses repurposed for others
October 18, 2024
Former dining director recognized for accomplishments in food services
September 23, 2024
URMC undergoes retro-commissioning project to increase efficiency
August 11, 2024
Three decades of going green at URMC
July 19, 2024
Year-end collections and donations divert tons from landfills
June 17, 2024
Gather personal documents for Shred Fest!
June 3, 2024
Campus waste reduction partnerships blossom
May 20, 2024
Eyeglasses collection results sets new records on its tenth anniversary
May 6, 2024
End of year programs help students moveout without throwing out
April 29, 2024
University awarded nearly $3.9 million from NYSERDA for energy efficiency projects
April 22, 2024
University Students’ Association reinstates the Student Sustainability Council
March 25, 2024
University performs high in renowned sustainability global ranking
March 11, 2024
University leaders co-create decarbonization guide for New York hospitals
February 26, 2024
Eyeglasses collection and competition begins!
February 16, 2024
Power plant pilot concludes with strong energy savings results
February 12, 2024
15th annual Campus Race to Zero Waste begins
January 29, 2024
Supercomputer advances fusion research and efficient energy production
January 16, 2024
An ever-green season for an ever-better holiday
December 18, 2023
University collaboration provides free bikes to Rochester residents
December 4, 2023
Sustainability Office staff to focus on waste minimization
November 20, 2023
Another successful E-Cycle Day
November 6, 2023
Facilities staff and hydrology students expand Witmer House rain garden
October 23, 2023
Electric vehicles add to growing options for sustainable transportation
October 9, 2023
New URMC building on-track to receive LEED Certification
September 25, 2023
Announcing the 16th annual E-Cycle Day
September 11, 2023
Four big ways the University’s environmental stewardship and sustainable practices meet the mark
August 14, 2023
13th annual Shred Fest results
July 31, 2023
Sustainability Office welcomes new staff
July 17, 2023
Announcing Shred Fest 2023
May 22, 2023
Latest fusion milestone could hint the future of sustainable energy
January 23, 2023
Rochester receives bike friendly campus award
January 9, 2023
Ways to reuse newspapers
August 25, 2021
Wood chip driveways
June 9, 2021
An overview of federal environmental agencies in America
June 7, 2020
University earns first Carnegie Community Engagement Classification
March 16, 2020
6 ways to use old pens and pencils
March 11, 2020
Five definitions of sustainability
June 5, 2013
Keep water in your refrigerator – save water AND energy!
August 11, 2010