Sustainability at Rice University

Sustainability at Rice University Leading and supporting campus sustainability initiatives at Rice University

The Office of Sustainability leads and provides support for a broad range of campus sustainability initiatives spanning the entire university enterprise. A sampling of this work includes planning for sustainability, green building, energy and water conservation, climate action, composting, recycling, environmental education, public lectures and events, student environmental projects, research part

nerships, fundraising, and classroom engagement. The Office’s initiatives and actions are guided by the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals, providing a holistic view of sustainability aligned with solving some of the world’s most pressing challenges.

☀️ One last month of summer composting before the nest fills back up!July brought 22,199 lbs of composted food waste acr...
08/11/2026

☀️ One last month of summer composting before the nest fills back up!

July brought 22,199 lbs of composted food waste across campus. Thanks to everyone helping keep Rice green year-round. We can't wait to welcome our Owls back and get the fall semester started! 🦉♻️💚

07/21/2026

New room, new semester, new opportunities to build sustainable habits.

Whether you're arriving for the first time or returning to campus, these move-in tips can help reduce waste and set you up for a successful year at Rice.

Small moves, big impact. 💚During summer move-out, Owls donated 1,885 pounds of durable goods for reuse. Together, we're ...
07/10/2026

Small moves, big impact. 💚

During summer move-out, Owls donated 1,885 pounds of durable goods for reuse. Together, we're keeping usable items out of the landfill and supporting a more circular campus community. ♻️🦉

07/08/2026

The future of sustainability is bright. 💚🌎

We were honored to host HISD students participating in the Center for Environmental Studies (CES) Summer Program and share a glimpse of sustainability in action at Rice. Thank you, CES, for the opportunity to connect with the next generation of changemakers.

Summer has officially settled in at Rice! ☀️ With many Owls away and several dining locations operating on reduced sched...
07/06/2026

Summer has officially settled in at Rice! ☀️ With many Owls away and several dining locations operating on reduced schedules, June brought a quieter month for composting. Even so, nearly 18,000 pounds of food scraps were kept out of the landfill and given a second life. ♻️💚

The Office of Sustainability wishes you all a safe and happy 4th of July!
07/04/2026

The Office of Sustainability wishes you all a safe and happy 4th of July!

06/22/2026

Keeping fashion circular at Rice ♻️
We partnered with the Office of Admission for our 1st ever faculty and staff clothing swap, which gave pre‑loved pieces a second chance and reduced waste along the way. 👕👗📿

Honoring Juneteenth ❤️💛💚 A day to reflect on freedom, resilience, and the ongoing work toward justice. Today and every d...
06/19/2026

Honoring Juneteenth ❤️💛💚 A day to reflect on freedom, resilience, and the ongoing work toward justice. Today and every day, we celebrate and uplift Black history and communities.

This Pride Month, we’re honoring LGBTQIA+ sustainability leaders who are driving change, protecting the planet, and buil...
06/16/2026

This Pride Month, we’re honoring LGBTQIA+ sustainability leaders who are driving change, protecting the planet, and building a more just future for all. 🌈🌍

With students heading home for the summer and select serveries closed, May marks the start of a quieter composting seaso...
06/10/2026

With students heading home for the summer and select serveries closed, May marks the start of a quieter composting season. Even so, your efforts continue to make a difference! 🌍💚

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