UVA Wins Better Practice Award as an Energy Efficiency Industry Leader
UVA recently received the Better Practice Award from the US Department of Energy (DOE), recognizing the University’s industry-leading accomplishments in energy management through its Green Building Standards.
4/25 Free Meal Prep Class!
Come join UVA Sustainability at Student Health & Wellness's Teaching Kitchen, where we'll be teaching sustainable food preparation practices by making a customizable stir fry with seasonal vegetables.
This class is completely FREE and attendees will receive reusable containers and tote bags to take home with them! Registration is limited, so make sure to sign up as soon as possible using the
North Grounds E-Bike Demo Day
Come test ride a selection of e-bikes to celebrate Earth Month and in preparation for Cville Bike Month in May! If you are curious about switching to this healthy and sustainable mode of transportation, this a great opportunity to test e-bikes before making a commitment.
UVA Health Spring E-Bike Demo Day
11th St Garage, Lower Level (117 11th St SW, Charlottesville, VA 22903)
Come test ride a selection of e-bikes to celebrate national Bike to Work week! If you are curious about switching to this healthy and sustainable mode of transportation, this a great opportunity to test e-bikes before making a commitment.
UVA Health Bike to Work Day Appreciation Station
We encourage all who are able to celebrate this healthy and sustainable form of transportation! Whether you regularly bike to work or are beginning during national Bike to Work Week, stop by the appreciation station for free pastries and bike swag!
We will be located at the bike rack between the main hospital and emergency room from 6:45-9:00 am.
2023 Sustainability Leadership Award Winners Announced
Please join us in giving a big CONGRATULATIONS to the winners of the Sustainability Leadership Award for 2023! We are delighted to recognize these outstanding individuals and organizations and honor the many others who were nominated for the award. Read our press release for details.
Earth Month Celebration
Happy April and Earth Month! Are you ready to celebrate our shared planet? Each year, UVA Sustainability partners with organizations on Grounds and across the Charlottesville-area community to host a myriad of celebrations from clean ups, clothing swaps, book talks and workshops to e-bike demos, clothing swaps, and more. There is something for everyone. Mark your calendars, share the info, and we
The Faces of Sustainability: Meet Kate, Julianne, and Germain
Everyday members of our UVA community–students, faculty, engineers, facilities staff, and medical professionals–are making impactful changes toward our ten bold sustainability goals. Through our new monthly "Faces of Sustainability" series, we aim to recognize their efforts and inspire you with the stories of these change-makers’ efforts happening right here on Grounds, both large and small!
The Faces of Sustainability: Meet Sathish, Tabatha, Alicia, and Jordan
Everyday members of our UVA community–students, faculty, engineers, facilities staff, and medical professionals–are making impactful changes toward our ten bold sustainability goals. Through our new monthly "Faces of Sustainability" series, we aim to recognize their efforts and inspire you with the stories of these change-makers’ efforts happening right here on Grounds, both large and small!