U Pittsburgh Earns LEED Platinum for Library Renovation

The University of Pittsburgh's Hillman Library earned LEED Platinum certification. The library is the 19th Pitt building to earn LEED certification since 2005.

U Pacific Sources 100% Renewable Electricity

Renewable energy sources now provide 100 percent of the electricity needs across all three of the university's campuses. Hydroelectric and solar power provides most of the electricity on the three northern California campuses, with additional power from geothermal and wind sources.

Princeton Review Issues 2026 Guide to Green Colleges

The newest annual edition of The Princeton Review's Guide to Green Colleges profiles 388 colleges that practice and promote environmental responsibility. Collectively, these institutions source 18 percent of their energy from clean and renewable sources and divert 38 percent of their waste from incinerators or landfills. Ninety four percent have a sustainability officer and 98 percent offer a sustainability focused undergraduate major or degree. The guide also includes a top 50 list.

Miami U Receives $100K Gift to Establish Natural Areas Support Fund

The recent $100,000 endowment gift supports the university's Natural Areas, an area comprised of nearly 1,000 acres and more than 23 miles of hiking trails. The annual distribution generated from the fund is designated to support the management and care of the Natural Areas.