University Sustainability

Defining Sustainability since 1899
The iconic Broyhill Wind turbine, installed on campus in 2009, is 153 feet tall and generates enough electricity to meet the demands of 11 typical American households.
The iconic Broyhill Wind turbine, installed on campus in 2009, is 153 feet tall and generates enough electricity to meet the demands of 11 typical American households.

Sustainability Guiding Commitments

More than half of Appalachian State University students report they choose our university because of our commitment to sustainability.

Guiding our opportunities for a more sustainable community and world are the following commitments: