Our campus is a living laboratory for sustainability innovation, progress, and learning. Explore how we are inventing solutions for the future of energy, food, transportation, water, and more.
Cornell University has a history of sustainability progress and climate change leadership.
See past accomplishments - and plans for the future.
Cornell University is committed to inventing and demonstrating cutting-edge sustainability solutions, starting with our own campus and community. This website details our efforts on campus, our plans, and climate leadership. You can learn more about sustainability research, teaching, and other key partners from these websites.
Learn more about partners working for a carbon neutral and more sustainable campus
#8
Princeton Review
Green Honor Roll
GOLD
AASHE Sustainability Tracking,
Assessment and Rating System
TOP 5
Carbon emissions reduction for
campuses over 12 million sq. ft.
TOP 20
Sierra Club
"Cool Schools" List
Cornell University is proud to be the top ranking Ivy League institution in national sustainability ratings.