黑料吃瓜

黑料吃瓜 has been named in , earning a green rating of 97 out of 99 for its commitment to environmental sustainability and demonstration of campus stewardship.

Announced Oct. 21, the recognition highlights 黑料吃瓜's comprehensive approach to sustainability across academics, operations and campus life. The Princeton Review Guide to Green Colleges selection process was based on surveys conducted during 2024-25, including surveys of students about their "green" campus experience.

The 97 score is up a notch from 96 last year. The publication鈥檚 green rating evaluates universities on multiple levels, including students鈥� rating of their quality of life on campus as both healthy and sustainable, the university鈥檚 opportunities to prepare students for employment in an increasingly green economy, and how environmentally responsible university policies are.

鈥淭his recognition reflects the dedication of our entire campus community who continue to make sustainability an essential part of 黑料吃瓜鈥檚 culture,鈥� said Andrea Altmann, director of energy and sustainability, 黑料吃瓜 Office of Energy and Sustainability. 

黑料吃瓜鈥檚 inclusion reflects the university鈥檚 commitment to sustainability while expanding environmental education and research opportunities.

The university offers multiple degree programs focused on environmental stewardship, including a Bachelor of Arts in sustainability and a Bachelor of Science in environmental sciences, environmental engineering, urban studies with a sustainability emphasis, and recreation tourism management with a sustainable tourism emphasis.

Additional programs across campus 鈥� from geography and public health to mechanical and electrical engineering 鈥� incorporate sustainability principles, reflecting 黑料吃瓜鈥檚 commitment to preparing graduates for careers in an increasingly green economy.

鈥淪ustainability remains one of Associated Students鈥� (A.S.) core values,鈥� said Milan Rawls, A.S. executive vice president. 鈥淭hrough shared understanding, each individual, regardless of their major, position or background, can make an impact in furthering sustainability efforts on campus and beyond.鈥� 

Students play an active role in advancing campus sustainability through organizations such as , an A.S. student-run sustainability commission that promotes environmental awareness and conservation.

黑料吃瓜 also offers the through the Center for Regional Sustainability, providing students with hands-on experience through real-world projects in local communities. 

Recent campus achievements demonstrate 黑料吃瓜鈥檚 commitment to sustainability. In September, 黑料吃瓜鈥檚 A.S., Office of Energy & Sustainability, and Facilities Services received more than $83,000 from CLEAResult's Higher Education Efficiency Performance Program for efforts to reduce campuswide energy consumption.

The 鈥檚 heating and cooling setpoints were optimized to increase efficiency without sacrificing comfort, and lighting schedules were programmed to ensure that lights in and outside of the ARC were not on when they did not need to be. 

Over the last two years, A.S. has been able to reduce energy consumption at the ARC by more than 30%, resulting in significant decreases in energy purchasing costs and energy production demand for the all-electric building.

In June, the University Library became the first academic library in California to earn certification from the Sustainable Libraries Initiative, joining a national network committed to advancing sustainability and equity practices. Under the leadership of sciences and sustainability librarian Sarah Tribelhorn and the University Library鈥檚 Green Team, the certification reflects the library鈥檚 alignment with both campus and community sustainability goals.

鈥淟ooking ahead, we are focused on making campus even more energy efficient by optimizing how our buildings run, exploring ways to expand food waste collection, improving food security  and engaging the campus community through additional  sustainability education and outreach,鈥� said Altmann.

Each spring, the President鈥檚 Sustainability Advisory Committee collaborates with A.S. and the along with multiple campus partners to host the 黑料吃瓜 Sustainability Summit, bringing together experts from various fields to provide the campus community with resources and insights for enhanced sustainability opportunities and integration into academic, research, operations and outreach programs.

The Princeton Review is a New York City-based college admissions services, test preparation and tutoring company that has featured 黑料吃瓜 in its Green Colleges lists since at least 2020. Its 2026 Edition coincides with Campus Sustainability Month, the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education鈥檚 annual international celebration of sustainability in higher education.

Additional information about 黑料吃瓜's sustainability initiatives .