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Sustainability
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 Sustainability Goals
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 goals below.
Achieve Carbon Neutrality
INCREASE BUILDING ENERGY EFFICIENCY
REDUCE POTABLE WATER CONSUMPTION
REDUCE FLEET CARBON FOOTPRINT
INCREASE ECOSYSTEM SERVICES
ACHIEVE ZERO WASTE
Resources
Below are additional resources to learn more about sustainability programs and initiatives at Ohio State.
Office of Student Life Sustainability InstituteWexner Medical CenterAthletics SustainabilityGreen Buckeye Certification
News
The Ohio State University was honored with the 2023 Tree Campus Higher Education recognition by the Arbor Day Foundation for its commitment to effective urban forest management.
Monday, April 22 is Earth Day, a nationally recognized day set to inspire appreciation for the environment. The Green Team Employee Resource Group (ERG) is hosting virtual and in-person events to honor Earth Day.
Implement best sustainability practices in your campus office or laboratory and become Green Buckeye certified. Complete an online survey to let us know what you are doing to reduce your carbon footprint and minimize waste.