Advancing Sustainability

Planet Blue begins with you. At the University of Michigan, students, staff and faculty are collaborating toward climate action, universitywide carbon neutrality, and a more sustainable, equitable world.

2040

Target for eliminating 100% of campus emissions

120+

Sustainability Student Groups

800+

Sustainability Courses

10,000+

Planet Blue Ambassadors

Climate Action

Working Toward Carbon Neutrality

Scalable and transferable steps to achieve university-wide carbon neutrality by 2040 and eliminate direct, on-campus emissions.

Follow Our Progress

Read Our FY24 Report

Get Involved

Sustainable Values And Practices

No matter your role on campus, there's a way to get involved. Become a Planet Blue Ambassador, join one of the more than 120+ student sustainability organizations, or form an office Green Team.

Chart Your Path

Resource Toolkit

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Cross-Campus Leadership

A More Sustainable Campus and World

More than 650 faculty conducting environment-related research, a dedicated Office of Campus Sustainability working toward university goals, and a U-M Health commitment to providing sustainable health outcomes for patients and the planet.

Sustainable Campus Operations