Cornell continues to lead in campus sustainability, earning top recognition through the STARS reporting framework and reinforcing its commitment to transparent, data-driven progress.

Cornell has launched a new Sustainable Computing Workgroup to align the campus’s growing use of computing and AI with sustainability goals—from energy and materials to repair and reuse.

Explore what’s new on the Sustainable Cornell website, including a refreshed name, updated content, and new tools that highlight Cornell’s sustainability goals and progress.

The 2026 Student Sustainability Awards celebrate Cornell students whose leadership, research, and action are driving meaningful progress on sustainability across campus and beyond.

The 2026 Student Sustainability Awards will be held during the Sustainable Cornell Mix & Mingle on Wednesday, April 29th from 3:00-5:00pm in Atkinson Hall. Submit your nominations by Thursday, 4/16 at 11:59pm RSVP by Tuesday, 4/21.

Join the Sustainable Cornell community for an afternoon of connection, conversation, and innovation — featuring student award recognition and Living Lab technologies. Registration deadline April 21st. 

Good news — you can still catch the highlights from the academic year 2026 Sustainability Summit and past years.

Watch the full video to explore campus sustainability insights, conversations, and connections from across the Cornell community

Did you know? Before orientation, all incoming students complete Mission Sustainability, a one-hour module introducing Cornell's sustainability initiatives. The course includes top tips for getting involved and living sustainably on campus, and a guided activity for students to find unique pathways for climate action. Check out the course.

Compete in Cornell’s Sustainability ‘Goosechase’ Scavenger Hunt! Competition Runs August 31st -  September 8th. Open to all Cornell students and staff.