The AASHE Sustainability Awards provide global recognition to the individuals and organizations leading the higher education sustainability movement. With the help of volunteer judges from the community, the awards program raises the visibility of high-impact sustainability projects and student leadership, helping to disseminate innovations and inspire continued progress toward environmental, social and economic health.

Submissions are accepted on a rolling basis.

2018 Award Plaques

Award Details

This award honors outstanding leaders who have made significant contributions to the advancement of sustainability in higher education over their lifetimes.
This award honors higher education institutions for successfully integrating racial equity and social justice with sustainability.
This award honors higher education institutions for successful implementation of projects that advance sustainability.
This award honors students and/or student teams from higher education who have demonstrated outstanding leadership in promoting sustainability on campus.
Started in 2006, the AASHE awards program has recognized nearly 100 institutions and individuals. In 2022, 12 winners were recognized.
Judges get an inside look at the work of higher education sustainability leaders and are recognized for their contributions on our website.

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