Greener campuses and resilient communities 

Advancing climate solutions across our global campuses

We’re working to build greener campuses across Northeastern’s global system to promote climate solutions and meet our sustainability goals.

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Measuring our impact in Boston

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reduction in GHG emissions per sf since 2005

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reduction in energy use per sq. ft. since 2005

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waste was diverted in 2021

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campus covered by landscape

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buildings with reflective roofs

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reduction in water use since 2005

Greener, more resilient campuses

PREF Sustainability

Sustainability Resources

Materials & Recycling

Climate Resilience

Climate Justice Action Plan

Alternative Transportation

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ENERGY MANAGEMENT

Sustainability in Capital Projects

Decarbonization

Working with our communities 

Bringing together our global university community, movement leaders, and neighbors to advance solutions for a more sustainable future that benefits all is critical.  We engage communities to invite new and collaborative thinking and inspire change. 

Institutional Master Plan

Climate Justice Action Plan

City and community engagement