"America is probably a generation late recognizing just how threatened we are by the accelerating and now obvious pace of contamination of air and water supplies, global warming, and the loss of sustainable space and living conditions for agriculture. Sustainability is an essential activity in any university that wants to be useful in the next generation."
- John T. Casteen III, President, University of Virginia
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The University will conduct all operations in an environmentally responsible manner and comply with all applicable State and Federal environmental regulations. Read More...
There are many ways dining is going green, including using recycled materials, utilizing locally raised animals and produce, using biodiesel in all vehicles, etc.
There are many vigorous student organizations associated with multiple academic disciplines, focused on sustainable operational and educational initiatives at the University of Virginia.