Join the two-month campaign to reduce waste, improve reuse and recycling, and rethink our campus relationship to goods and materials.  2026 campaign begins February 19th and event organizing is open to all campus partners.

Good news — you can still catch the highlights from the academic year 2026 Sustainability Summit and past years.

Bring your reusable mug to Cornell Dining retail locations (cafés) - save 15% on your drink, earn a punch toward a free beverage, and help reduce millions of single-use cups and lids!

Unplug and power down your space before winter break

Watch the full video to explore campus sustainability insights, conversations, and connections from across the Cornell community

Cornell University is piloting a mobile battery system to replace diesel generators at major events and potentially provide emergency backup power across campus. 

A call to build community and generate action on climate change. Engage in critical conversations and educational events across campus, hosted by university departments and student organizations.

Cornell Campus Sustainability Office | Fall 2025

Sustainability Life Recipe Series

Join the 50+ student organizations representing sustainability on campus for a tour of their activities, how to get involved, and the full range of amazing projects happening on campus! 

Did you know? Before orientation, all incoming students complete Mission Sustainability, a one-hour module introducing Cornell's sustainability initiatives. The course includes top tips for getting involved and living sustainably on campus, and a guided activity for students to find unique pathways for climate action. Check out the course.