Sustainability
Making a greener NYU
NYU Pledges to Cut Food-Related Greenhouse Gas Emissions 25% by 2030
The Cool Food Pledge is a commitment to lowering the carbon footprint of NYU dining facilities worldwide.
Over 2 million square feet
of building space that is LEED certified or undergoing certification
50+ student leaders
fostering sustainable behaviors in NYU residence halls
$150,000 awarded annually
to innovative and entrepreneurial ideas
600+ courses
focused on sustainability topics
" now is the time to do more, working harder, on this pressing issue of our time and seeking to make NYU among the greenest urban campuses in the nation. That is my commitment."
- President Hamilton