Resource Toolkit

This toolkit is for U-M students, staff, and faculty who would like to advance sustainability in their day-to-day work and lives. It is meant to bring together the vast number of sustainability resources that are available across U-M and in the local community.

Classroom

Academic Programs – Flint

Degree-granting opportunities to study sustainability on the Flint campus.

Michigan student with bike

Bike Transportation – Flint

Information about bicycle use and rental options in Flint.

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U-M overall carbon footprint

Carbon Emission Scopes

Explanation of the terminology of scope 1, 2, and 3 carbon emissions.

U-M Museum of Natural History exterior

Contact Us

Contact information for campus sustainability staff.

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Department of Education Clothing Closet

Free professional clothing resource for Flint Department of Education students.

EV charging

Electric Vehicle Charging

Information about electric vehicle (EV) charging stations on campus.

Energy use at U-M Flint

Energy-Saving Resources

Energy savings tips and tricks for students living on and off-campus.

Wolverine essentials

Food Access

Locations that provide food and basic necessities for students.*The Maize and Blue Cupboard is also open to staff and faculty.

Student holding a sign pledging to eat local food

Food In-Season Locally

A handy guide to eating local, in-season food produced by MSU Extension.

Peppers

Off-Campus Food Tips

Tips and information about cooking and eating sustainably while living on your own.

MDining and Planet Blue

Online Sustainability Games

A collection of online sustainability games made by a U-M student.

Planet Blue Begins With You

Planet Blue Ambassador Training

Introductory sustainability training for U-M faculty, staff, and students. Provides information on U-M efforts and how to get involved.

Butterfly

Pollinator Conservation

Information and DIY ideas to help protect our local pollinators.

Save energy by turning off lights when not needed

Pre-Break Checklist

Tips for powering down your office or dorm space during vacations and breaks.

Two U-M students with a laptop

Professional Resources for Climate Anxiety

Resources for external counseling support for coping with climate or eco anxiety.

Flint Safe Ride vehicle

Public Transit – Flint

Information about bus transportation and the Safe Ride program.

U-M Flint University Pavilion

School Supplies – Flint

Free, rentable resources for academic needs including calculators, laptops, and molecular model kits.

A stone has been painted with the "Block M" in maize and blue colors.

Self-Guided Resources for Climate Anxiety

Resource for self-help for coping with climate or eco anxiety.

Flint River, Flint MI

Storm Water

Information about stormwater runoff and water quality protections on campus.

PBA info table

Student Organizations – Flint

Sustainability-focused student organizations on the Flint campus.