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PennGreen’s 2026 Pre-Orientation: Community and Common Purpose

Two new students and a PennGreen leader reflect on the connections and sustainability opportunities they found through the pre-orientation program.

Weitzman Hall Earns LEED Platinum Certification

The achievement reflects Penn's commitment to sustainability through historic preservation, resource efficiency, and innovative design. Image credit: Target Building.

Red Day Readiness: Planning Ahead for Campuswide Impact

During Earth Week 2026, Penn experts led an educational workshop on the importance of reducing electrical demand on the hottest days of the year. Image credit: Penn University Communications.

Earth Week 2026: Turning Knowledge into Environmental Action

Organized by Penn Sustainability and partners across the University, this year’s Earth Week celebration asked participants to “Inspire Informed Action.”

Arbor Day 2026: Strategies Supporting Penn’s Urban Forest

Penn's award-winning tree care requires strategic planning, decades-long maintenance, and a focus on renewal and balance within an urban landscape.

Major Renovation of Historic College Hall Results in LEED Gold Certification

College Hall’s renovation and restoration blend historic preservation with modern sustainability, earning LEED Gold and multiple design and craftsmanship awards.