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Did you know that you may be standing on part of Notre Dame’s geothermal system when you’re in the tailgate lots?About 2...
10/09/2026

Did you know that you may be standing on part of Notre Dame’s geothermal system when you’re in the tailgate lots?

About 2,400 geothermal wells across campus use the Earth’s relatively stable underground temperature to help heat and cool University buildings. Together, they provide nearly 5,000 tons of geothermal cooling capacity, helping meet about one-third of campus cooling needs in summer and a similar share of heating needs in winter.

Learn more at green.nd.edu.

Happy Gameday! When you’re on campus enjoying the weather, did you know that some of Notre Dame’s greenery is actually a...
09/18/2026

Happy Gameday! 

When you’re on campus enjoying the weather, did you know that some of Notre Dame’s greenery is actually above you?

Over the past two decades, Notre Dame has expanded its green roof coverage to approximately 265,000 square feet across campus. Green roofs are rooftops partially or completely covered with vegetation, and their benefits include managing stormwater, improving insulation, reducing surrounding temperatures, extending roof lifespans, and creating habitat for pollinators.

This summer, new green roof systems were installed on Pasquerilla West Hall, Fitzpatrick Hall of Engineering, Cushing Hall, the Mendoza College of Business North Addition, and Farley Hall Chapel.

Swipe to learn more, and stay tuned for the next Sustainability in the Stadium feature!

Can you solve our second Season of Creation Scavenger Hunt riddle? 🔎Submit your answers through the link in our bio to e...
09/16/2026

Can you solve our second Season of Creation Scavenger Hunt riddle? 🔎

Submit your answers through the link in our bio to earn points. The participant with the most points at the end of the series wins a special prize! All questions are optional.

Can you solve our first Season of Creation Scavenger Hunt riddle? 🔎Submit your answers through the link in our bio to ea...
09/14/2026

Can you solve our first Season of Creation Scavenger Hunt riddle? 🔎

Submit your answers through the link in our bio to earn points. The participant with the most at the end of the series wins a special prize! All questions are optional.

Did you know we’re in the Season of Creation? 🌎🌿The Season of Creation begins on September 1 and concludes on October 4,...
09/14/2026

Did you know we’re in the Season of Creation? 🌎🌿

The Season of Creation begins on September 1 and concludes on October 4, when we celebrate the Feast of Saint Francis of Assisi, patron saint of animals and ecology. Throughout this season, we’re invited to renew our relationship with God, one another, and all Creation through prayer and action.

At Notre Dame, caring for our Common Home is an expression of our Catholic mission and commitment to stewardship and the common good. This season offers an opportunity to reflect on how our everyday choices can care for both our planet and our neighbors.

Join us in celebrating by visiting green.nd.edu to explore upcoming events and opportunities to get involved.☘️

Whether you’re a student, staff, or faculty member preparing to leave campus for the summer, remember these protocols to...
05/03/2026

Whether you’re a student, staff, or faculty member preparing to leave campus for the summer, remember these protocols to save resources, prevent theft, and avoid unpleasant surprises upon your return to campus in the fall:

🔌 Unplug “vampire” electronics like chargers. Shut off and unplug all unnecessary electronics like televisions and monitors.

💡Turn off lights, copiers, and printers.

🛜 If your office space has a thermostat, do not adjust it. The majority of systems are remotely regulated campus-wide by utilities and maintenance personnel.

🔑 Close and lock all windows.

🍎 Defrost freezers and empty and unplug refrigerators. Leave refrigerator doors open. Remove any food that will spoil, and dispose of all waste in the receptacles provided in your workspace.

💎 Take all valuable items with you—don’t leave them behind.

🚲 Bicycles: If you’re leaving campus, take it with you. If you’re staying on campus for the summer, be sure to register your bike with NDPD.

💦 Ensure water fixtures and valves are completely closed with no leaks.
If you are on campus during break and notice a water leak or other facility-related issue, contact the Work Control Center at 574-631-8888.

This Earth Month, celebrate Creation with us through a variety of events being hosted throughout the month. We look forw...
04/14/2026

This Earth Month, celebrate Creation with us through a variety of events being hosted throughout the month. We look forward to seeing you there.

Click the link in our bio for more information, and partnership events!

Week 5 and 6’s sustainability FAQ topics are up, and they’re all about food at Notre Dame! Learn about how we reduce foo...
04/10/2026

Week 5 and 6’s sustainability FAQ topics are up, and they’re all about food at Notre Dame! Learn about how we reduce food waste with our incredible partner .foodrescue and the Grind2Energy systems! 🤩

To play:
✅ Submit the correct answer to the quiz each week
🎟️ Earn a raffle entry
🔁 The more weeks you get right, the better your odds of winning a secret prize at the end of the series!

You can also earn additional entries by reposting one or more posts from this series — just tag and/or DM us so we can count your share.

Get started at the link in our bio.

April’s Sustainability Spotlight is Ben Wood, the Assistant Director for Residential Facilities in the Office of Residen...
04/07/2026

April’s Sustainability Spotlight is Ben Wood, the Assistant Director for Residential Facilities in the Office of Residential Life. In 2019, Ben joined the university as the Assistant Director for Summer Housing, later transitioning to his current position in the fall of 2023, where he serves as the key liaison to several campus partners in maintaining the buildings and coordinating transitions in the living spaces. Ben, while facilitating student move-in and move-out, saw the opportunity to partner with Building Services and establish a donations collection process, beginning with the Goodwill Bin donation program in the residential halls. Since then, Ben has continued to streamline and develop the process with campus partners and organizations to seek additional donation opportunities, including non-perishable food and leftover school supplies. The chance to donate items is now available during both the December and Spring move-out sessions. Ben reminds us to consider donating items that would otherwise go to waste, with the potential to have a second life with others, as this one small action by each of the almost 7000 students moving out in May can have a large impact on the greater community. Beyond campus, Ben enjoys spending time with his family, cherishing joyful moments with his wife and children, whether in the kitchen trying a new recipe or exploring the natural environment. Click the link in our Bio to discover more of Ben’s impact!

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