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News on campus sustainability initiatives, emerging programs, rankings, awards, student initiatives, green teams, and more from across the Cornell University campus.

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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.

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Cornell is the only institution with 6 consecutive STARS Platinum ratings in sustainability. 

 Interim President Michael I. Kotlikof

 As climate impacts accelerate, the urgency to decarbonize grows. In 2025, we reflect on Cornell's energy transition, with its unique challenges and opportunities.

Cornell's Central Energy Plant

Cornell researchers launch CAPTURE-Lab to advance carbon capture technologies, aiming to combat climate change with more efficient, cost-effective solutions.

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Join us in a call to action as becomes Cornell’s first Climate Action Month, featuring speakers, actions, tours, and community-building.

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How do we create a safe and socially just place for humanity to thrive without compromising planetary health? How can you help?

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Together, Cornellians are finding ways to reduce waste in dining halls, conserve energy in teaching and research spaces, and innovate new technologies for cooling and heating campus.

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Join the Sustainable Cornell Council for an update on the progress, priorities, and projects advancing our carbon neutral campus and sustainability efforts on the Cornell Ithaca campus.

Aerial view Cornell includes Wilson Lab and Cayuga Lake

Lake Source Cooling (LSC) will annually save the university 4 million gallons of water usage and $50,000 in electricity costs...

Meet Our Solar Mowers. Sheep provide the mowing at all Cornell solar farms - eliminating fossil fuels and benefitting pollinators and local farmers. This model has expanded across NY State.

Solar project plans hold the potential for Cornell to complete it's 100% renewable electricity goal