EFC is home to the hallmark Sustainable Maryland (SM) program, a free and voluntary initiative that supports Maryland communities in their sustainability efforts. SM helps Maryland communities choose a direction for their sustainability initiatives, improve access to resources needed to implement action, and be recognized for their accomplishments.  

EFC is an applied research center that works with communities across the Mid-Atlantic to help advance effective and pragmatic policies, programs, and financing for environmental initiatives. We assist local, state, and federal partners as they seek to improve efficiency and impact, providing actionable recommendations anchored in sound data. 

Directions to EFC main office

Email: efc@umd.edu

Address:
1 Physics Ellipse Dr.
Anacostia Building, 2nd Floor
College Park, MD, 20740

Transit:

Campus Transit:

• ARES American Real Estate Society: Founded in 1985, ARES is a network of real estate thought leaders focused on research and education in real estate decision-making and markets.
• AAREP DC: Established in 1995, the African American Real Estate Professionals D.C.

Colvin Institute Staff

The Colvin Case Study Challenge is a national real estate case study competition for full or part-time students enrolled in a college or university real estate program (undergraduate or graduate or a university sanctioned real estate club/organization).

John B. Colvin Capstone Competition

The Capstone is the final, signature project for the Master of Real Estate Development Program and culminates with the John B. Colvin Capstone Competition, a juried competition that takes place during the student’s final semester.

About John Colvin 

John Colvin, founder of the Colvin Institute, was a 1969 alumnus of UMD and principal owner of Questar Properties. He contributed extensively to the community and real estate industry, serving as president of Maryland's National Association of Home Builders and participating in state commissions.