Sustainability

We're committed to integrating sustainability into everything we do – from how we manage our facilities, finances and people to what we teach in the classroom and what we research in the lab.

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.
Green Tips
Ideas for living, learning, working and playing more sustainably.

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.