About Us
Our vision is to create a university that is itself a living laboratory for sustainability and a campus community that leads by example and educates as much by what we do as by what we say.
Our goal is to make decisions which reflect a balanced consideration for environmental, social and economic responsibility and to continually learn as we go.
Creating a more sustainable UofL is a dynamic, multi-faceted, long-term process. We have come a long way, but we recognize that there is still plenty of good work to be done.
Explore UofL Sustainability
Sustainability Council
The Sustainability Council provides universitywide oversight and direction, coordinate activities and recommend policies to enhance environmental, social and economic stewardship.
Justice & Community
Our commitment to community engagement and responsible management of people and funds.
Sustainable Operations
We're taking steps to reduce our environmental impact and enhance sustainability on all three campuses.
Education & Research
Expanding the opportunities for students to learn about sustainability from a variety of perspectives.
Support sustainability initiatives
We invite you to learn more about our ongoing UofL sustainability initiatives and to explore the many ways you can get involved and help us create a better world right here, right now.
UofL Sustainability Events
Sustainability events are happening year-round at UofL! Don't miss out!
All events are free and open to the public, unless otherwise noted.
Nov
04
Fall Garden Gatherings 2026
Baptist Campus Center
3:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M.
Nov
05
Pumpkin Smash!
Student Activities Center (SAC)
12:00 P.M. - 12:30 P.M.
Nov
08
"Compost Church" - UofL Community Composting Volunteer Day
12:00 P.M. - 2:00 P.M.
Nov
08
UofL Community Composting Volunteer Days
12:00 P.M. - 2:00 P.M.
Nov
09
Fall Garden Gatherings 2026
Urban Studies Institute
5:00 P.M. - 6:00 P.M.
Nov
11
Fall Garden Gatherings 2026
Baptist Campus Center
3:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M.
Nov
12
Panel Discussion: The Past, Present, and Future of Public Transit in Louisville
Bingham Humanities Building
6:00 P.M. - 8:00 P.M.
Nov
14
Jacobs Neighborhood Community-Wide Planting Day
10:45 A.M. - 1:00 P.M.
Nov
15
"Compost Church" - UofL Community Composting Volunteer Day
12:00 P.M. - 2:00 P.M.