Climate & Energy Awards and Accreditation
Transformational climate and energy projects at Stanford University have been at the center of attention for nearly a decade.
Land, Buildings & Real Estate
Land, Buildings & Real Estate (LBRE) is the operational core of Stanford’s physical campus and home to many departments within Sustainable Stanford, including the steward of the Sustainable Stanford brand (the Office of Sustainability), Land Use & Environmental Planning, Transportation, Mail Package Services, Energy Operations, Water Resources & Civil Infrastructure, Buildings, Grounds, & Maintenance, and many more. These groups showcase how planning for sustainability, climate adaptation, and resilience is possible for long-term efficiency, performance, and financial health. Through its day-to-day operations, LBRE lays the groundwork for sustainability innovation to emerge and thrive.
Posts
Making Headlines: Stanford Energy System Innovations
The SESI program receives recognition for its energy supply transformation from fossil fuel dependency to one predominantly powered by 100% renewable electricity.
Greener Together: Alumni Show Up For Sustainability
Current and former Stanford students keep the university’s sustainability legacy alive at the All Alumni Day Farm Fest.
Acknowledging the Source: Tribal Sovereignty in the Tuolumne County Watershed
New water fill signs, installed in May 2024, acknowledge ancestral land and aim to foster greater awareness of the water’s origins and cultural significance.
61 Students Start Living Lab Internships & Fellowships
Sixty-one Stanford students are driving real change in sustainability through the Living Lab Program, tackling real issues while gaining hands-on experience.
Students Become Wise About Waste on Move-In Day
Over 1,700 new first-year students were welcomed with proper waste sorting tips as they moved into their dorms this year.
Building a Sustainable Home for Stanford Graduate School of Education
Stanford’s ambitious renovation of the Graduate School of Education blends sustainability with historical preservation, incorporating reduced waste and energy efficiency.
Mail and Package Programs Embracing Sustainability
Mail and Package Services’ last mile program reduces emissions and traffic congestion, contributing to the university’s net zero emissions goal.
Access for All: Zero Waste Update Completed
Proper sorting is now easier than ever, with over 9,000 new bins installed, thousands more reused, and over 30,000 new labels and signs added.
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