About
The Office of Sustainability advances Howard University's commitment to environmental stewardship, climate resilience, and sustainable operations.
Our mission is to integrate sustainability into every dimension of Howard's operations, academics, research, and community engagement. We work across the institution to reduce our environmental footprint, advance climate resilience, and prepare the next generation of leaders who understand that environmental justice and social justice are inseparable.
A Howard University where sustainability is woven into the fabric of campus life - from the energy that powers our buildings to the food served in our dining halls to the research conducted in our labs. A campus that serves as a living laboratory for sustainable urban development and a model for HBCUs nationwide.
BisonGREEN Pledge
As a member of the Howard University community, I pledge to advance sustainability through stewardship, scholarship, research, innovation, and service.
I commit to:
- Growing Communities by working together to create healthier, stronger, and more resilient campus and neighborhood areas we call home.
- Restoring Environments by protecting natural resources and caring for the spaces we share.
- Encouraging Stewardship by learning continuously, sharing knowledge, and inspiring sustainable action.
- Empowering Innovation by advancing research, embracing creativity, and developing solutions that build a more resilient future.
- Advancing a Net-Zero Future by making responsible choices that reduce our environmental impact.
Together, I honor Howard's legacy while building a healthier, greener campus and neighboring communities for generations to come.
Together, We Are Building a Sustainable Howard for Generations to Come