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The UNM Campus Tree & Arboretum Advisory Committee was established in 2024 and is made up of one student, one faculty member, two Facilities Management representatives, an Office of Sustainability representative, and a community member. The committee oversees the development and execution of the UNM Campus Tree Care Plan.

The purpose of the UNM Staff Council Environmental Sustainability Committee is to cultivate a culture of holistic environmental responsibility in alignment with UNM 2040 Strategic Plan (Goal #4: Sustainability), through engaging and committing to the advancement of holistic environmental awareness and sustainable practices through education, research, operations, and community service activities.

UNM is a member of AASHE, and anyone affiliated with UNM has free access to AASHE’s online resources and opportunities for networking, information sharing, collaboration, and professional development.

How to Sign Up

  • To create an individual account with AASHE, go to the create account page and fill out your user profile using your UNM email address.
  • When you are prompted to identify which organization you are affiliated with, select “University of New Mexico” from the dropdown menu.
  • After you receive an email with your password, go to the login page, enter your email address (login ID) and new password, and you will have access to all AASHE resources.

Build your resume while making an impact through volunteer opportunities with the UNM Office of Sustainability at the University of New Mexico.

Get hands-on experience with these opportunities:

  • Waste audits to track and reduce landfill impacts.
  • Support Green Game Day recycling efforts to improve diversion at Lobo athletics events.
  • Contribute to community science during the City Nature Challenge.
  • Help plan and host the annual UNM Sustainability Expo.

These opportunities strengthen skills in data collection, event coordination, outreach, teamwork, and environmental leadership, all while advancing sustainability on campus and in the Albuquerque community.

Get Involved

Ready to make an impact? For more information about how to get involved or to learn more about sustainability at UNM, email us at: lobosust@unm.edu.