Sustainability
Learn. Lead. Conserve.
The University of Dayton is a leader in sustainability efforts, and we're committed to making the world a better place — for everyone.
Our work toward the University's sustainability goals crosses disciplines, programs and divisions, and the University earned a gold STARS rating for our sustainability achievements. The Princeton Review also named UD a "green college."
$1 Million
annual energy cost savings since 2022 through energy efficiencies
gold STARS
rating from AASHE for our sustainability achievements
Sustainability Stories
Getting Their Hands Dirty
Flyers learn by doing and Ginny’s Garden and Greenhouse provides space for hands-on, faculty-mentored experiential learning opportunities.
Sustainability at UD
Dining Services
Through compostables and an on-campus in-vessel composter, UD Dining has successfully diverted several tons of waste from going to the landfill.
Explore Sustainability in Dining ServicesSustainability Scholars
Sustainability scholars across campus study various aspects of sustainability from climate change to religious practices and more.
View the List of ScholarsGreen Revolving Fund
The Green Revolving Fund allows all community members to research and propose sustainability projects that will promote environmental stewardship.
Learn How to ApplyEnergy and Sustainability
Seeking Solutions
At the University of Dayton, we identify and promote sustainable solutions for energy efficiency, like the solar prairie in the front lawn of Daniel J. Curran Place.