Penn Community

Earth Week, April 17-23, 2023, will present an opportunity for students, faculty, and staff to engage in cross-disciplinary events designed to educate and inspire action around themes of environmental justice, climate, and nature-based solutions.

The numerous labs on campus provide a prime opportunity to reduce our environmental impact and help us reach the goals set forth in Penn’s Climate and Sustainability Action Plan 3.0.

We invite all University employees to take the Sustainability at Penn course in KnowledgeLink to learn more about Penn’s Climate and Sustainability Action Plan 3.0 and what you can do to contribute to our sustainability goals.

The Penn Green Fund is designed to seed innovative ideas in environmental sustainability from Penn students, faculty, and staff. 

The 30x30 Outdoor Challenge is an effort to encourage the Penn community to get outside, learn about local ecology, and appreciate the beauty of nature. Join Penn's 30x30 Outdoor Challenge and challenge yourself to spend at least 30 minutes outdoors in nature each day for all 30 days of April.

For Students Move-In Green Program Move-In Green is Penn’s sustainability engagement program focusing on new and returning students as they arrive on campus. Volunteer student ambassadors provide educational outreach and hands-on recycling assistance prior to New Student Orientation. Level of...

The Sustainability Alumni Network brings together members of the Penn community who are interested in any of the various fields related to environmental sustainability.

A wide variety of special items such as batteries, shoes, pens, and eyeglasses are collected at sites across campus.