Timeline – Climate Action at the U

History of Climate Action at the U

Since 2008, the U has been committed to addressing climate change. View key milestones below.

President Young signs the American College & University Presidents' Climate Commitment; net zero Green House Gas target established for 2050.

The University releases its first Climate Action Plan.

Academic Senate Resolution to strengthen climate commitments.

President Watkins signs Presidents' Climate Leadership Commitment; includes education & research and climate resilience.

Presidential Climate Commitment Task Force (CCTF) established to oversee new Climate Action Plan.

The University launches its first Climate Resilience Assessment.

President Randall accelerates target date for net zero green house gas emissions to 2040.

Creation of an updated Climate Action Plan.