Resource Toolkit

This toolkit is for U-M students, staff, and faculty who would like to advance sustainability in their day-to-day work and lives. It is meant to bring together the vast number of sustainability resources that are available across U-M and in the local community.

Classroom

Academic Programs – Flint

Degree-granting opportunities to study sustainability on the Flint campus.

Michigan student with bike

Bike Transportation – Flint

Information about bicycle use and rental options in Flint.

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U-M overall carbon footprint

Carbon Emission Scopes

Explanation of the terminology of scope 1, 2, and 3 carbon emissions.

U-M Museum of Natural History exterior

Contact Us

Contact information for campus sustainability staff.

EV charging

Electric Vehicle Charging

Information about electric vehicle (EV) charging stations on campus.

Energy use at U-M Flint

Energy-Saving Resources

Energy savings tips and tricks for students living on and off-campus.

Wolverine essentials

Food Access

Locations that provide food and basic necessities for students.*The Maize and Blue Cupboard is also open to staff and faculty.

Student holding a sign pledging to eat local food

Food In-Season Locally

A handy guide to eating local, in-season food produced by MSU Extension.

Sustainability clothing display

Free Clothing Resources on Campus

Free clothing resources available to students on campus.

Peppers

Off-Campus Food Tips

Tips and information about cooking and eating sustainably while living on your own.

MDining and Planet Blue

Online Sustainability Games

A collection of online sustainability games made by a U-M student.

Planet Blue Begins With You

Planet Blue Ambassador Training

Introductory sustainability training for U-M faculty, staff, and students. Provides information on U-M efforts and how to get involved.

Butterfly

Pollinator Conservation

Information and DIY ideas to help protect our local pollinators.

Save energy by turning off lights when not needed

Pre-Break Checklist

Tips for powering down your office or dorm space during vacations and breaks.

Two U-M students with a laptop

Professional Resources for Climate Anxiety

Resources for external counseling support for coping with climate or eco anxiety.

Flint Safe Ride vehicle

Public Transit – Flint

Information about bus transportation and the Safe Ride program.

U-M Flint University Pavilion

School Supplies – Flint

Free, rentable resources for academic needs including calculators, laptops, and molecular model kits.

A stone has been painted with the "Block M" in maize and blue colors.

Self-Guided Resources for Climate Anxiety

Resource for self-help for coping with climate or eco anxiety.

Flint River, Flint MI

Storm Water

Information about stormwater runoff and water quality protections on campus.

PBA info table

Student Organizations – Flint

Sustainability-focused student organizations on the Flint campus.