Inspiring higher education to accelerate the sustainability transformation
Announcements
We’re excited to welcome Dr. Sacoby Wilson as the second keynote speaker for the AASHE 2026 Conference & Expo on October 5 in Baltimore. An environmental justice scholar, researcher, and advocate, Dr. Wilson brings more than 25 years of experience working at the intersection of environmental health, sustainability, equity, and community engagement. As a professor at the University of Maryland and director of the Health, Environmental and Economic Justice (T.H.E. EJ) Lab, he works with communities to address environmental justice challenges and translate research into action. Join us in Baltimore to hear from Dr. Wilson and explore how higher education can contribute to a more just and sustainable future.
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We’re excited to welcome renowned futurist, author, and higher education thought leader Dr. Bryan Alexander as the opening keynote speaker for the AASHE 2026 Conference & Expo, October 4–6 in Baltimore. As colleges and universities navigate rapid technological change, climate challenges, demographic shifts, and evolving societal expectations, Dr. Alexander will explore the trends shaping the future of higher education and what they mean for sustainability leaders. His thought-provoking keynote will help attendees think strategically, embrace change, and envision how their institutions can become more resilient, adaptable, and prepared for what’s ahead.
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AASHE’s Salaries and Status of Sustainability Professionals in Higher Education: Results of AASHE’s 2026 Higher Education Sustainability Staffing Survey are now available. Released every three years, this benchmark report provides insights into salaries, staffing, funding, reporting structures, job satisfaction, workplace challenges, and the evolving role of sustainability professionals across higher education. Whether you’re benchmarking your institution, advocating for resources, or exploring trends shaping the profession, this report offers valuable data to inform your work and support sustainability efforts on campus.
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AASHE’s Mentorship and Peer Collaboration Program connects sustainability professionals in higher education through meaningful, yearlong partnerships. Open to mentors, mentees, and peer collaborators, the program fosters personal and professional growth through shared learning, guidance, and connection. Participants are thoughtfully matched based on goals, experience, and sustainability interests to create a supportive and enriching experience. Whether you’re looking to offer support, gain insight, or grow alongside a peer, this program is a powerful opportunity to deepen your engagement in the sustainability community. Applications are open through August 14.
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Join us October 4–6, 2026, in Baltimore, MD, for the AASHE Conference & Expo—the premier gathering for sustainability in higher education. Connect with sustainability professionals, educators, students, and leaders from across the globe for three days of learning, collaboration, and practical insights you can bring back to your campus. Whether you’re advancing climate action, engaging your campus community, or shaping institutional strategy, this conference offers the tools and connections to support your work. Register now and start planning your experience at #AASHE2026. More details on sessions, speakers, and special events coming soon.
Sustainability Tracking, Assessment & Rating System (STARS) is a transparent, self-reporting framework for colleges and universities to measure their sustainability performance.
The largest stage to share effective models, policies, research, collaborations and transformative actions which advance sustainability in higher education.
A one-stop shop for toolkits and resource collections on all aspects of sustainability in higher education.
A weekly e-newsletter that delivers the latest in campus sustainability news, resources, opportunities, events, and jobs and internships.
Sustainability Tracking, Assessment & Rating System (STARS)
About AASHE
AASHE empowers higher education faculty, administrators, staff and students to be effective change agents and drivers of sustainability innovation. AASHE enables members to translate information into action by offering essential resources and professional development to a diverse, engaged community of sustainability leaders.
By sharing knowledge, cooperating on projects and fostering meaningful relationships, partners in the Mentorship Program help advance the field of higher education sustainability.
As the campus sustainability movement has evolved, a wide variety of networks of campus sustainability advocates have emerged. These networks, which are often formed along state, provincial and/or regional lines, share many goals with AASHE. For this reason, we have formalized a collaborative relationship with many of these networks through our Affiliates Program.
AASHE has partnered with 13 Centers for Sustainability Across the Curriculum on a pilot basis to offer workshops and other professional development opportunities on sustainability in the curriculum in an effort to increase the accessibility and diversity of sustainability-oriented training for faculty.
