Arbor Day 2026: Strategies Supporting Penn’s Urban Forest Penn's award-winning tree care requires strategic planning, decades-long maintenance, and a focus on renewal and balance within an urban landscape.
Major Renovation of Historic College Hall Results in LEED Gold Certification College Hall’s renovation and restoration blend historic preservation with modern sustainability, earning LEED Gold and multiple design and craftsmanship awards.
Green Lab’s Freezer Inventory Project: Turning a ripple of change into a wave The Freezer Inventory Project, launched in late 2023, aims to improve the efficiency of a major energy strain: ultra-low temperature freezers.
Penn buildings achieve LEED certifications, showcasing commitment to sustainability Three recent building projects at the University of Pennsylvania have earned LEED Platinum, Gold, and Silver certifications, underscoring Penn’s ongoing commitment to sustainable design and construction.
Nina Morris Named in Inaugural Class of AASHE Fellows Recipients The award recognizes professionals who are significantly contributing to the advancement of sustainability in higher education.
Earth Week 2025: Top Takeaways from a Week Focused on “Our Power, Our Planet” A week of events focused on caring for the planet was a celebration of individual action, collaboration, and curiosity.
Move-out: Tips for a cleaner, greener, easier experience Penn offices and community partners have options for off-campus pickups, on-campus donations, and additional curbside trash pickup days aimed at keeping the neighborhood clean and limiting what ends up in the landfill.
