Vassar College has numerous green initiatives that engage students in sustainability initiatives, reduce the environmental impact of the college’s operations, and work toward a carbon-neutral future.
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Carbon Neutrality
Vassar is committed to achieving carbon neutrality no later than 2030. Explore the path we’re taking to get to net zero and check out our progress so far.
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Research and Education
Every Vassar student has the opportunity to build sustainability into their curriculum. Learn more about our educational offerings inside an outside the classroom.
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On Campus Action
Discover Vassar’s current sustainability efforts and the resources available to the campus community.
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Zero Waste Vassar
Vassar’s 2020 Climate Action Plan established a target of reducing our total annual campus waste tonnage while sharply increasing our recycling and composting rates.