Ohio State sustainability efforts are expansive and diverse. Sustainability means creating a campus that is timeless, maintainable and flexible; incorporating responsible use of fiscal, environmental and human resources; and having minimal environmental impact.
Resource Stewardship
Ohio State is a recognized leader in developing durable solutions to the pressing challenges of sustainability and in evolving a culture of sustainability through collaborative teaching, pioneering research, comprehensive outreach, and innovative practices and policies.
FOD is committed to supporting and implementing the multiple resources stewardship initiatives below.
Resources
Below are additional resources to learn more about sustainability programs and initiatives at Ohio State.
Office of Student Life Sustainability Institute Wexner Medical Center Athletics Sustainability
News
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Ohio State Students Help Shape the Future of Zero Waste and Operations
Behind every compost bin, recycling audit and sustainability tabling event at Ohio State is a passionate team of student interns working to help make the university a leader in zero-waste practices. -
In the News: Ohio State Continues to Lead the Way in Sustainability Efforts
For the third consecutive year, Ohio State Athletics has been recognized as a national leader in sustainable athletics, receiving the 2025 Play to Zero Waste Champion Award from the Green Sports Alliance. -
Six Tons of Hard Cover Books Diverted from Landfill Thanks to Office Cleanouts
In 2024, the Recycling and Refuse Services team helped divert more than six tons of hard cover books from the landfill through our hard cover book recycling program, thanks in large part to faculty and staff who reached out during office cleanouts.