UMass Dining Sustainability

The Local, Healthy UMass Food System Initiative

Sustainability is a UMass Dining core value. We strive to ensure our actions are economically viable, environmentally sensible, and socially responsible. We fulfill our mission without depleting resources future generations will need to address economic, environmental, and social challenges. The UMass Dining Sustainability Team aims to enhance the student experience by offering a diverse selection of healthy, sustainable, delicious food, along with engagement and education about food and the environment. Our sustainability initiatives support and encourage meaningful interactions with, and deeper understanding of food systems and climate action. 

To accomplish this, we emphasize: 

• Local, Sustainable, and Diverse Procurement 
• Dining For a Cooler Planet Campaign 
• Waste Reduction Practices and Education 
• Permaculture Initiative 
• Human and Planetary Health