American Campus Communities Wins 2026 Sustainability Award

Recognition honors organizations, products, teams, and individuals delivering measurable progress in sustainability 

AUSTIN, Texas, August 4, 2026 – American Campus Communities today announced it has been named a winner in the Sustainability Leadership Award (Organization) category of the 2026 Sustainability Awards. Presented by the Business Intelligence Group, the award recognizes organizations, products, teams, and individuals turning sustainability commitments into real, measurable results.

The 2026 Sustainability Awards honor achievement across a broad range of industries and use cases, spotlighting the companies and leaders moving sustainability beyond commitments and into practical, accountable results. This year's program recognized 63 winners across nine categories and eight countries.

American Campus Communities was recognized for its companywide approach to integrating sustainability into student housing operations across approximately 165 communities. Through emissions tracking, utility data management, renewable energy purchasing, targeted efficiency investments, green building standards and resident education, the company is working to reduce environmental impact, improve resource efficiency and strengthen accountability across its portfolio.

"American Campus Communities shows that sustainability at scale requires consistency, not just ambition. Applying emissions tracking, renewable energy purchasing, and green building standards across roughly 165 communities is exactly the kind of operational discipline that turns environmental goals into everyday practice for students," said Russ Fordyce, Chief Recognition Officer, Business Intelligence Group

"We are honored to be recognized by the 2026 Sustainability Awards in the Sustainability Leadership Award category," said Rob Palleschi, CEO of American Campus Communities. "This reflects the dedication of our team, the trust of our customers and partners, and our commitment to building sustainability programs that create real outcomes, not just headlines. We believe the future belongs to organizations that can pair ambition with accountability, and we are proud to be part of that movement."

The Sustainability Awards celebrate the organizations and individuals leading the next phase of sustainable business, where progress is judged not just by intent, but by impact. Winners are selected based on how effectively they are advancing environmental and social outcomes, reducing risk, and moving their industries forward.

To learn more about the 2026 Sustainability Awards, visit here.
 

About American Campus CommunitiesAbout American Campus Communities

American Campus Communities is the nation's largest developer, owner, and manager of premium student housing communities throughout the United States. With extensive experience in design, finance, development, construction management, and operational oversight, the company has facilitated over 115 public-private partnership (P3) transactions at 65 colleges and universities nationwide. Visit www.americancampus.com and follow on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn to stay up to date on the latest student housing news.

About the Sustainability Awards

The Sustainability Awards recognize organizations, products, teams, and individuals leading the way in environmental and social responsibility. The program evaluates achievement across a wide range of industries and geographies, celebrating initiatives that turn sustainability commitments into measurable, verified outcomes. Judged by a panel of experienced business executives who provide transparent feedback and detailed scoring, the awards honor those proving that sustainability and business performance can advance together.

 

About Business Intelligence GroupAbout Business Intelligence Group

Business Intelligence Group (BIG) is an independent awards organization that has been recognizing outstanding achievement in business since 2012. Now in its 14th awards season, BIG operates 12 annual programs spanning innovation, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, customer service, cloud computing, sustainability, sales and marketing, workplace culture, and women's leadership. Business award programs include the BIG Innovation Awards, AI Excellence Awards, Fortress Cyber Security Awards, Excellence in Customer Service Awards, Stratus Awards for Cloud Computing, Sustainability Awards, SAMMY Awards for Sales and Marketing, Best Places to Work Awards, Herizon Awards, We Love Tech Awards, NAA Top Employers Award, and BIG Awards for Business.

Unlike popularity contests, BIG programs use professional judging panels and objective scoring benchmarks to identify organizations, products, and individuals making real, measurable impact. Winners receive a complete promotional toolkit, including blockchain-verified credentials, press release support, social media assets, and featured placement across BIG's global community of more than one million business professionals.

For more information about BIG award programs, nomination deadlines, and judging criteria, visit bintelligence.com.