Stanford is the Top-Scoring Institution for Sustainability Under AASHE STARS 3.0
The university earns STARS Platinum in version 3.0, the highest score under the sustainability rating system.
Residential & Dining Enterprises
Residential & Dining Enterprises (R&DE)'s sustainability commitment is embedded in leadership, daily operations, and collaborations with students and faculty. R&DE leads pioneering food research, co-founding the Menus of Change University Research Collaborative and the R&DE Stanford Food Institute. The flagship “Give & Go” program diverts over 70 tons of reusable materials from landfills annually, supporting the student community and reducing waste.
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2025 Food Recovery, Wrapped To-Go
The numbers are in – learn about Stanford’s expanded efforts to reduce food waste.
Stanford Launches Cross-Campus Pilot for Organic Landscape Management
Organic landscape pilot brings together R&DE, LBRE, and DAPER to advance soil health, biodiversity, and resilient landscapes.
Sustainability for Residential Student Leaders (RAs)
Join the growing number of student leaders advancing sustainability on campus.
Turn Off for Breaks
Power down before breaks to protect resources and reduce emissions.
Smaller Spoons, Less Meat, Same Satisfaction
This April, a new study was released exploring the effects of a smaller serving size on diner satisfaction and meat consumption. This study, a joint …
Award-Winning Accomplishments Toward Zero Waste
Innovative zero waste projects at Stanford University have been gaining recognition for over 20 years.
How to Host a Sustainable Event
Ideas to responsibly reduce waste at your next event.
Stanford’s First Major Concert Showcases Environmentally-Conscious Entertainment
Stanford has set a new benchmark for sustainability at live events through its first major concert hosted by Stanford Athletics and Stanford Live. Sustainable Stanford hosted a fireside chat with sustainability leadership from Live Nation and Warner Music Group in tandem with this milestone.
Students Showcase Campus Sustainability Initiatives at Annual Symposium
From reducing embodied carbon in construction to piloting organic landscape management, the annual Student Sustainability Symposium highlighted how student-led innovation is driving sustainability at Stanford.
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