Marist achieved 1st rank in the United States in the National Green School Ranking 2024. Presented by Green Mentors, this recognition highlights our school’s efforts in areas of sustainability such as curriculum, facilities, energy, campus biodiversity, and waste recycling. 

Reflected in this honor is our commitment to “care for our common home, ” as set out in Pope Francis’ encyclical letter Laudato Si, and its extension, Laudate Deum. The desire to create a greener school is a step forward in the name of environmental stewardship.

One of the most unique sustainable practices is our composting program through the organization Compost Now. Since its implementation in 2019, we have diverted over 30,000 pounds of waste, created over 3,000 pounds of compost, and avoided over 88,000 pounds of CO₂ equivalent.

However, this is only the beginning. Our school needs to continue to search for more sustainable business practices across all sectors. As a member of the student body, faculty, or staff, you can help these efforts through making use of the composting and recycling programs and finding ways to get involved, whether that be through the Environmental Club, the garden, or daily choices.

Let’s support each other in our endeavors to build a more environmentally aware community.