Sustainability

Campus sustainability isn't accomplished by just one office or department. It is a collaborative effort that requires help from all organizations and individuals across the university and in the community.

Come and volunteer in the Sustainable Carolina Garden during one of our weekly shifts this Spring! Spring 2026 Garden Volunteer Shifts begin on February 9 and run through April 24. No experience necessary!
Preregistration is required.

For planning purposes we request that volunteers preregister for garden shifts. The number of volunteers per shift is capped at 10 individuals. For volunteer opportunities for larger groups or at alternative times please contact the Sustainable Carolina Garden Manager.

Monday	9:15 - 10:45 am
Tuesday - no shift	Come see us at the Healthy Carolina Farmers' Market on Greene St. 10 am - 2 pm
Wednesday	12:15 - 1:45 pm
Thursday	2:15 - 3:45 pm
Friday (2 shifts)	9:15 - 10:45 am
	2:15 - 3:45 pm

Sustainability at Carolina

Creating an equitable, healthy and sustainable campus requires a collaborative effort from our university organizations, students, faculty, staff, alumni and community members.
Our Mission & Sustainability Philosophy »

Sustainability on Campus

You'll find sustainability efforts at work in every area of our university. It's part of our commitment and collaboration for a healthy and sustainable university.

Academics & Research

We're constantly examining the interdisciplinary nature of sustainability, positioning our students and university to help shape the future of sustainable practices.

Our leadership and commitment to a restored and healthier planet extends to everything from climate issues to energy to environment to green construction to environmentally-friendly campus food systems and more.

President Harris Pastides, 2017 Sustainability Annual Report

Get Involved

Opportunities are available year-round for community members, students, alumni, faculty and staff to get involved with sustainability on campus.

Sustainability Events

Fun, immersive sustainability events are happening all the time on campus, covering a range of interests and hosted by multiple organizations dedicated to making sustainability part of everyday life.

Garden

The Sustainable Carolina Garden practices permaculture to grow organic produce. Students, community members, alumni, faculty and staff can get involved in the garden throughout the year.

Green Office Certification

Go green where you work! If your campus office follows sustainability best practices, you can become Green Office Certified.

Garnet, Black and Green

Challenge the conventional. Create the exceptional. No Limits.