Higher Education
Mar 19, 2026

Applications open for Carnegie sustainability classification

Schools face July 2026 intent deadline before final submissions


Applications are now open for the Carnegie Elective Classification for Sustainability, a new designation recognizing higher education institutions that center sustainability and climate action in their mission and impact, according to the University of Colorado Boulder.

The classification is led by the University of Colorado Boulder in partnership with the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching and the American Council on Education. Institutions must submit an intent to apply by July 17, 2026, with final applications due Dec. 4, 2026, according to the University of Colorado Boulder.

Learn more and apply here: https://www.colorado.edu/sustainability/carnegie-elective-classification-sustainability

March 19, 2026