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Building a healthy, efficient, and
inclusive university community.
HEALTHY
Prioritizing the health and well-being of people and the environment
EFFICIENT
Optimizing the use of energy and resources in campus systems
INCLUSIVE
Welcoming all voices and capturing true environmental impact
STARS Gold
GW participates in the Sustainability Tracking, Assessment, and Rating System (STARS) to gauge our progress across academics and research, operations, engagement, and planning and administration. Learn more about GW's STARS Gold rating.
Eliminated the purchase of single-use plastics in 2021
Divest the endowment of fossil fuels by 2025
Achieve carbon neutrality by 2030
Learn more about GW's ambitious sustainability commitments.
Compost at GW
Learn more about our composting programs, including collection schedule, composting in the dining halls, and compost operations support for your next event.
Alliance for a Sustainable Future
A bold, university-wide initiative focusing on research and academics, uniting members of the GW community who support climate change and sustainability work.
Sustainability Minor
Empowering students to engage their diverse backgrounds in order to examine the critical, all-encompassing sustainability issues that affect us all — and create dynamic solutions as a result.
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