Campus Sustainability

As one of the largest state universities in Illinois, NIU has committed to a healthy, sustainable future for our students and community. We strive to integrate sustainability into educational opportunities, research, and campus operations, as well as to serve as a model to the broader northern Illinois community.

We approach campus sustainability in an inclusive way, as finding solutions to complex challenges like climate change requires strategies that are environmentally sound, socially just and economically viable.

Sustainability and Climate Action Plan

Members of the Sustainability and Climate Action Planning (SCAP) Task Force encourage you to review the draft plan and welcome your feedback. It is expected that the plan will be finalized in the fall of 2023.

View and Comment on the Draft Sustainability and Climate Action Plan