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STARS Platinum - the highest
rating for sustainability
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We self-generate 100% of our energy use
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The state's only 4-star Certified Green Restaurants® (we have 2)
UNH Prioritizes Sustainability Practices
We've been STARS Platinum rated since 2017 from
the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE).
It's a distinction of just a handful of universities and colleges in the nation to
achieve this highest level of sustainability performance.
Our practices, and successes, are a university-wide effort from faculty, staff, and students.
Sustainability Dual Major
UNH is one of the only universities in the country to offer a Sustainability Dual Major – a powerful experience to better understand any major from a sustainability perspective. Combine your education with the knowledge, skills, and experience needed to create a more sustainable future. Learn More
Discover your place in sustainability
New Experiential Program Connects Students to Granite State Organizations
New Experiential Program Connects Students to Granite State Organizations
Participants in Semester for Impact to work on environmental and social projects
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UNH Celebrates Students and Alumni at Annual Social Venture Innovation Challenge
UNH Celebrates Students and Alumni at Annual Social Venture Innovation Challenge
Paige Balcom ’16 named 2023 Social Innovator of the Year
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Pioneering the Valuation of Priceless Environmental Goods
Pioneering the Valuation of Priceless Environmental Goods
Ju-Chin Huang honored with Sustainability Lifetime Achievement Award
ArticleSustainability Events
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March88:30 a.m. - 6:45 p.m., Need an internship? Register to come to Boston with the Sustainability Institute for the day! You'll get a FREE train ticket and lunch and hear from students about interning and experiencing city living for a semester. Through SITC, you can live and work in Boston for an entire semester and still receive 16 credits towards your degree, It’s the s a.m.e price as a semester at UNH—plus financial aid applies, a stipend is provided, and post-internship ~$2000 educational award.
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March12
12:40 p.m. - 2 p.m., Explore how to integrate sustainability into your professional path by gaining valuable insights and inspiration from distinguished alumni who have successfully woven sustainability into their careers. These trailblazers will share their unique experiences, offer valuable advice, and provide a firsthand glimpse into the exciting intersection of passion and profession. This event promises to be a source of motivation and guidance as you explore the possibilities of making a ...
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March15Apply to be on Trash 2 Treasure (T2T) Core Te a.m. by March 15 Apply here Join T2T Core Te a.m.! As a paid core te a.m. member, you’ll help with outreach, setup, and assist with donation pickups. Requirements: attend trainings, be available during move-out, hold a valid driver's license, commit to stay on-c a.m.pus through graduation (accommodations covered). Help reduce waste at UNH apply NOW! Questions? Contact Jade.Chalkley@5esv.com
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March26noon - 1 p.m., Ever wondered about the presence of toxic chemicals in our daily lives? What may we be exposed to, what actions are being taken, and what steps can we personally take to limit our exposure? Join us to hear insights from leaders in this space to learn what you should be aware of, ongoing initiatives to help us make smarter choices, and what’s needed for a transition to a green chemistry future. We’ll be joined by: Ali (Alexandra) McPherson ‘96, Director of the Investor Enviro...
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April161 p.m. - 2 p.m., Learn how you can get real-world experience and earn 2 credits helping local organizations with their social and environmental impacts through the B Impact Clinic or the Climate Action Clinic. Get all your questions answered before considering your fall course line-up! April 16, 1-2 p.m. Nesmith, 111 Drop in or register hereQuestions? Contact Kat.Hand@5esv.com
