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Welcome to Planet Blue!

At the University of Michigan, sustainability isn’t just what we strive for—it’s how we live. Planet Blue is our campus-wide enterprise, building a shared pathway toward resilient communities near and far. Together, we take meaningful steps every day in service to healthy, resilient and vibrant communities and the global ecosystems that support them.

Planet Blue begins with you!

Achieving universitywide carbon neutrality, fostering a culture of resilience, and innovating for the public good require everyone’s participation—including yours! Here are some simple ways to get started today.

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    Support Planet Blue

    Explore a wide range of giving opportunities that fund programs changing the world for the better. Your support is crucial to sustainability efforts on campus and beyond.

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    Become an Ambassador

    Planet Blue Ambassador is your gateway to sustainability, designed to empower you with the information and resources you need to live, work, learn, and play sustainably at U-M.

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    Join a Student Org

    With over 100 sustainability-focused organizations on campus, there’s room for each student’s passion and talents to thrive. Find your community and contribute to the greater good.

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    Advance Our Shared Goals

    U-M is committed to achieving carbon neutrality, advancing global sustainability, and ensuring environmental equity. Your participation helps build the culture that makes these goals a reality.

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    Discover Our Research

    U-M’s leading-edge sustainability research spans climate action, public health, natural resources, and environmental equity worldwide. Explore how our work drives real change.

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    Explore Academic Opportunities

    U-M develops leaders in scholarship and practice who are prepared to take on the world’s grand sustainability challenges, from plastic waste to extreme weather and more.

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    Get Involved

    Join us in advancing interdisciplinary solutions that reflect the complexity of the challenges we face and the power of what we can achieve together.

    Take Action
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    Explore Our Work

    Learn how the Leaders & Best drive foundational science and partner with communities to build resilience and advance scalable environmental solutions.

    Learn More

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