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Clean energy is on the horizon and UVA is rising to the challenge, including a Facilities Management’s pilot project to switch out gas-run vehicles to all-electric versions.

On September 17, 2019, Virginia Governor Ralph Northam signed Executive Order 43 to expand access to renewable energy and support clean energy jobs.

Samantha Hunt ('19) received the award for her tireless efforts to spread awareness about sustainability issues, including career and project funding opportunities for students.

In 2013, UVA became the first higher-ed institution to set a nitrogen reduction goal: reduce the University’s reactive nitrogen losses by 25% below 2010 levels by 2025.

The two-day summit showcased the breadth of UVA's pan-University and interdisciplinary work in the multi-faceted realm of sustainability.

The Office for Sustainability is excited to report the results of this year's energy saving initiatives in UVA's research labs.

Samantha Jameson received the 2018 award for her vision, leadership and can-do spirit in the realm of sustainable food and green dining practices at UVA.