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.

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.

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.

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.

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 board on the diag

Sustainability Commitments

Information about U-M’s carbon neutrality commitment and 2025 Ann Arbor Sustainability Goals.

A casual outdoor gathering

Sustainability Culture Data

Data from the Sustainability Cultural Indicators Program (SCIP) on the U-M campus community’s sustainability behavior and attitudes.

sustainability issue poll

Sustainability Fact Sheets

Research-backed information and statistics about a variety of sustainability topics.

Dow fellows conversing at Matthaei Botanical Gardens

Sustainability Ice Breakers

Start a meeting or class using one of these sustainability related ice breakers!

water research

Watershed Organizations

Information about how to protect local watersheds and nearby outdoor recreation opportunities.