Environment and Sustainability

News about UB’s environmental programs and related sustainability initiatives. (see all topics)

New global early warning system forecasts biodiversity exposure to extreme heat
6/11/26
Over 3,500 species could have been exposed to unprecedented temperatures between 2024 and 2025.
NSF fellowship recipient to develop viable fuels from CO2
6/9/26
Nicholas Reilly, a recent chemical engineering alum, has received the National Science Foundation’s Graduate Research Fellowship Program award.
UB studio aims to improve manufactured housing for rural seniors
5/20/26
AARP-supported project presented designs focusing on energy efficiency, durability, climate resilience and universal design.
On Earth Day, UB announces major milestone in carbon neutrality goal
4/22/26
President Tripathi reports UB is generating zero net greenhouse gas emissions for its directly controlled emissions, often referred to as Scope 1 and Scope 2.
Media advisory: UB conference to examine how climate change, emerging contaminants impact health in Asia
4/9/26
Free event will explore solutions to climate-driven pollution and health risks in Asia and beyond.
Penguin 'toxicologists’ find forever chemicals in remote Patagonia
4/8/26
Study from UB and UC Davis researchers shows non-invasive way animals can help monitor their environment.
Why doesn’t the U.S. recycle more plastic? New study points to lack of access.
4/8/26
Recycling infrastructure inequities in the South, sparsely populated states tied to lower income, less-college educated communities.
UB orthodontics researchers evaluate microplastics’ effect on immune system
3/30/26
Published study notes that 3D-printed polymers release higher levels of immunostimulatory particles than traditional ones.
Study: New device and method detect percentage of recycled plastic in plastic products
3/23/26
University at Buffalo researchers aim to provide regulators and others a quick and reliable way to assess sustainability claims.
UB conference to examine how climate change, emerging contaminants impact health in Asia
3/18/26
Free event will explore solutions to climate-driven pollution and health risks in Asia and beyond.