Northwestern University works to reduce their impact on the environment and preserve the overall quality of the planet. The school is known for its impressive sustainable strategy, which includes plans to help encourage recycling and less energy use on campus, along with initiatives to create more sustainable buildings and renewable energy resources. The university has given about $40 million into research to improve energy resources and find better alternatives to use on their campuses. Northwestern University has even been honored by the United States Environmental Protection Agency and receive an award for Green Power Leadership for the university’s actions. The school continues to encouragement environmental engagement on their campuses and their communities.