Welcome to Rice Sustainability

At Rice University, sustainability is a campus-wide commitment, rooted in innovation, collaboration, and a shared responsibility to shape a better future. The Office of Sustainability leads and supports initiatives that span energy and water conservation, green building, climate action, composting, recycling, environmental education, student projects, research partnerships, and more.

Guided by Rice's strategic plan, Momentous, and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, our work reflects a holistic approach to sustainability, one that connects local action with global impact.

Ready to dive in?

Explore our site through three key pathways:

• 🔍 Who We Are – Learn about our mission, team, and guiding principles.
• 🌍 What We're Doing – Discover current projects, programs, and campus-wide initiatives.
• 🤝 How You Can Get Involved – Find opportunities to participate, lead, and make a difference.