TWU's single stream recycling program on the Denton campus decreased the amount of materials sent to the landfill by approximately 25 percent in 2010.

By replacing older vehicles in its fleet with electric and more fuel-efficient vehicles, TWU is reducing its carbon footprint by an average of 9 tons of C0₂ each year.

TWU has saved the equivalent of 62,452 acres of trees by reducing its C0₂ emissions. Reduced emissions and water conservation result in an average savings of $2.5 million annually.

Wind energy is helping TWU reduce its carbon footprint. TWU utilizes 40 percent wind energy on its Denton, Dallas and Houston campuses.