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.
Litter Clean-Up Kits
These free loanable kits contain all of the gear you’ll need for a litter clean up session, including trash grabbers, gloves, bags, and more.
Show details
Medication and Sharps Waste
How to safely disposal of medical waste and avoid pollution in waterways.
Show details
Nature Rx
Nature Rx is a free tool to help the U-M community find spaces for nature across the Ann Arbor campus.
Show details
Off-campus Waste
How to properly dispose of single-stream and special waste items off-campus in Ann Arbor.
Show details
On-campus Waste
How to properly sort waste on the Ann Arbor campus into composting, recycling, and landfill (garbage) bins.
Show details
Online Sustainability Games
A collection of online sustainability games made by a U-M student.
Show details
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.
Show details
Pollinator Conservation
Information and DIY ideas to help protect our local pollinators.
Show details
Pre-Break Checklist
Tips for powering down your office or dorm space during vacations and breaks.
Show details
Professional Resources for Climate Anxiety
Resources for external counseling support for coping with climate or eco anxiety.
Show details
Promotional Materials
Free, promotional sustainability posters, stickers, and more available for Ann Arbor campus buildings.
Show details
Public Transit – Ann Arbor
Information about U-M and Ann Arbor area bus transportation routes.
Show details
Report Energy Inefficiency
How to report if your building is consistently too hot or cold or if you notice inefficient energy use in Ann Arbor campus buildings.
Show details
Report Water Leaks
How to report water leaks on the Ann Arbor campus based on building location.
Show details
Safer Lab Chemicals
Resources for supporting Green Chemistry principles in lab settings on the Ann Arbor campus.
Show details
Self-Guided Resources for Climate Anxiety
Resource for self-help for coping with climate or eco anxiety.
Show details
Storm Water
Information about storm water runoff and water quality protections on the Ann Arbor campus.
Show details
Sustainability Blog
Blog featuring articles about sustainability on campus and beyond.
Show details
Sustainability Board Games
Borrow these sustainability board games for fun with friends, classmates, or colleagues while learning about sustainability!
Show details
Sustainability Commitments
Information about U-M’s carbon neutrality commitment and 2025 Ann Arbor Sustainability Goals.