Planet Blue Ambassadors

About the program

The Planet Blue Ambassador (PBA) program is the entry point to sustainability at UM-Dearborn. Our goal is to empower you with the information and resources you need to live, work, learn, and play sustainably on campus.

Join our community!

One of the main components of the PBA program is a training that aims to inspire participants to take action. Here’s a preview of what you can expect to learn after completing the training:

  • Sustainability – what does it mean?
  • All about UM’s Carbon Neutrality Commitments.
  • Unique tips and skills to contribute to a more sustainable future for all.
  • How UM-Dearborn is making progress toward a more sustainable campus.
  • Pathways to get involved with Sustainability at UM-Dearborn and take action.

Ready to become a certified Planet Blue Ambassador?

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Online Training Enrollment

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Group Training Sign-up

Newsletter

Our monthly newsletter includes updates on campus sustainability; lists opportunities to sign up for workshops, volunteer shifts, and sustainability-themed tours; and highlights unique tips for living more sustainably.

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Events

We host regular events that aim to create community, provide tools to be more sustainable in your personal life and address environmental issues through hands-on activities.

Instagram

Our Instagram serves as a way for you to stay in touch and be in the know about local and global sustainability developments. We also share a “Photo of the Week” series. If you have an inspiring photo that relates to campus sustainability, please email your photo to the PBA Team and let us know who to give photo credit to!

Blog

Visit our blog site to learn about a wide range of sustainability topics from diverse perspectives. This blog includes voices from all three of our UM campuses as well as community members. Reach out to us if you'd like to publish your great idea!