Two architecture and urban planning studios partnered with the NYS Department of State through the UPICS initiative this spring to design strategies for positioning Buffalo as a climate refuge; addressing challenges like resilient housing, disaster communication, food security, and equitable relocation policies for climate-displaced populations.
UBReUSE, a student-led sustainability initiative, empowers students to divert usable move‑out items from the landfill through donation, sorting, and resale, while fostering community engagement and promoting a circular economy.
Campus Dining and Shops (CDS) has been awarded the 2025 NACUFS Silver Award for Waste Reduction, recognizing its innovative sustainability initiatives, including food recovery, composting, and student-led waste education that contribute to UB’s broader climate action and zero-waste goals.
Steven and Debra Shepsman, UB alumni and donors, have funded the Shepsman Family Professorship at the School of Management, supported by a New York State endowment match—to advance research and education on the business strategies essential for addressing climate change and fostering long-term sustainability.
