Academics
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Sustainability
Welcome to the Office of Sustainability! We collaborate with the Department of Sustainability Studies and the President's Committee on Sustainability to promote sustainability practices across Muhlenberg's campus. Our goal is to work together with students, faculty, and staff throughout the campus community to foster a culture of environmental awareness and social responsibility.
Sustainability at Muhlenberg
From The Source
“We’re trying to educate in a way that empowers and doesn’t scare.”— Maddie Davidson '25 , Sustainability Studies Major, Creative Writing Minor
“We were always actively listening to our students and they’re informing us about what we do. My cooks here also share a lot of the same views.”— Michael Brack , Executive Chef with Muhlenberg Dining Services
“Using practices of sustainability allows for creativity and positivity in so many ways, and I love the motivation sustainable thinking can bring to the table.”— Anna Shigo '24 , Environmental Science and Sustainability Studies Major
“I stay motivated and inspired to continue sustainability work, even when faced with challenges because I know I am helping to encourage others to make the world that they and I envision a reality.”— Ryan Steremberg '25 , Sustainability Studies Major, Political Science Minor
“I believe that my support and involvement [in sustainability efforts] contributes to mobilizing support, managing projects and educating peers. This builds capacity to drive change.”— AJ Lemheney , Vice President of the School of Graduate and Continuing Education
“The best first step to take toward sustainability is to ask questions. Especially at Muhlenberg, there will be someone who is passionate and eager to learn and grow with you.”— Lindsey Adler '24 , Environmental Chemistry Major (Self-Designed), Sustainability Studies Minor
Recognized for Sustainability
Muhlenberg Named One of Princeton Review’s Top 50 Green Colleges
Sustainability By The Numbers
92%
of students engage in community service each year
27
student organizations dedicated to social and environmental sustainability
2
certified green buildings on campus
50+
water bottle filling stations on campus to reduce dependency on single use plastic
46%
reduction in potable water usage from baseline year 2013
100%
of campus electricity is generated by onsite & offsite renewable energy projects
Muhlenberg Sustainable Walking Tour
At Muhlenberg College sustainability is a collaborative effort between students, faculty and staff. There are examples of their efforts all across our campus. The Sustainability Map is organized around the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and enables you to explore campus sustainability features such as solar panels, certified green buildings, cultural centers, water efficiency upgrades and sustainable dining.
Designed by Lindsey Adler ‘24
A Greener Muhlenberg
In and out of the classroom, Muhlenberg students, faculty, staff and alumni are committed to a more sustainable future.
Engagement
Through a variety of programs and initiatives, Muhlenberg students, faculty and staff work to build a sustainable community.
Sustainable Campus
We ensure our building environments and grounds include energy planning efforts that conserve natural resources and implement sustainable practices.
Reuse and Recyling
We strive to reuse or recycle wherever possible and minimize our waste production.
Sustainable Dining
Waste reduction, local food sourcing and fair-trade vendor selection are among the ways Muhlenberg Dining practices sustainability.
Commitments
We affirm our sustainability values through public commitments and leadership.
NEWS AT MUHLENBERG
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Senior Sustainability Studies Major Interviewed on NPR Show “1A”
Maddie Davidson ’25 spoke about her tree science and stewardship project that won a Youth Climate Action Fund grant from the city and led to an opportunity to speak at last fall’s Bloomberg CityLab summit in Mexico City.
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Fahy Commons Earns New Sustainability Certification
Muhlenberg’s Fahy Commons for Public Engagement and Innovation earns Phius Passive House Certification
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Junior Leads Collaborative Effort to Help Endangered Bat Species
Muhlenberg student Sophie Tomov ’26 spearheaded a change to the College’s bat removal policy in order to make the survival of captured bats more likely.
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Muhlenberg Students Now Can Earn an M.S. in Sustainability Management in One Year
The program is possible through the College’s new partnership with American University’s Kogod School of Business, and qualified students are eligible for up to $20,000 in merit scholarships.
Contact Us
Natalie Sobrinski
Sustainability Specialist
Address
Muhlenberg College
Office of Campus Sustainability
2400 Chew Street
Allentown, PA 18104
