The University of Virginia is committed to promoting the wellbeing of the community and solving local and global challenges through sustainability. UVA launched its first comprehensive Sustainability Plan in 2016, engaging more than 100 stakeholders to build upon existing stewardship goals. The institution has developed a suite of initiatives across multiple areas including buildings, food systems, waste management, and health operations to advance its sustainability objectives.
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UVA Sustainability Sustainability Actions
UVA Sustainability Sustainability Commitments
2030
Achieve Carbon Neutrality
UVA committed to be carbon neutral by 2030.
2050
Transition to Fossil Fuel-Free Operations
UVA committed to be fossil fuel-free by 2050.
2030
Reduce Waste Footprint by 70%
UVA's goal is to reduce its waste footprint to 30% of 2010 levels by 2030, representing a 70% reduction.
