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Sustainability at UCSB has evolved tremendously over the years. With a history of conservation and preservation ingrained in the ethic of university and community, our commitment to sustainability dates back to the 1970s with the advent of the Environmental Studies program and early energy and water conservation practices. Today, UCSB has expanded its focus to include areas like academics, research, food, procurement and comprehensive campus planning.

As the goals of sustainability continue to evolve, new challenges provide the everyday stimulus for developing fresh solutions.  Some of these solutions will be discovered through the research of our campus’ scientists and engineers, while others will result from the insight of our behaviorists, humanists, staff, faculty, and students.

UCSB Makes the Green Rating Honor Roll UCSB is one of 18 campuses to make Princeton-Review’s 2011 Green Rating Honor Roll.

Two UCSB Buildings Receive LEED Certifications The Life Science Building and Engineering II Addition received LEED Silver and Gold certifications.

Taking the Sizzle Out of Summer in the City Bren Hall’s sustainable design is referenced in an article about the heat island effect.

UCSB Programs Receive Sustainability Awards Three selected best from efforts across all state-sponsored campuses.

UCSB Listed as Eco-Friendly College UCSB is one of ten eco-friendly colleges listed in US News.

University Wins California Environmental Leadership Award The UC system was awarded the Millennium Environmental Award from Global Green USA for its sustainability programs.

UCSB Campus Sustainability Brochure

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