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What Is the M.S. in Sustainability Science Program?

Equipped with cutting-edge techniques, graduates of the program apply their knowledge to help organizations and businesses address environmental impacts and risks to their operations. The next deadline to apply is May 15.

by MS in Sustainability Science Program |April 9, 2021
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Reducing Risk and Avoiding Disaster – Creating Grid 2.0

Experts discussed the challenges and opportunities of upgrading the electric grid during a recent webinar.

by |March 12, 2021
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Students Learn From Leading Sustainability Practitioners in Practicum Course

A dozen leading sustainability practitioners will share their experience in the Practicum in Innovative Sustainability Leadership.

by Sustainability Management Program |January 8, 2021

The Communication Climate After 2020: Stormy but Hopeful

A global community, including the Earth Institute’s Initiative on Communication and Sustainability, is working hard to make information and connectivity matter a little more each day.

by |December 31, 2020

New Class on Sustainability and Racial Justice in 21st Century Detroit

In Spring 2021, the Sustainability Management program is offering a new course on Building Resilience in 21st Century Detroit.

by Sustainability Management Program |December 29, 2020
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Energy Expert Rory Christian Joins Sustainability Management Faculty

Christian brings to the program a wealth of experience from across the energy industry. He will begin teaching the Analysis for Energy Efficiency course in Spring 2021.

by Sustainability Management Program |December 22, 2020
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Fixing Our Broken Relationship with ‘Stuff’: A Q&A With Sandra Goldmark

The author of the book “Fixation” delves into our complex relationship with consumption, and gives practical advice on how to make it healthier.

by |December 18, 2020

How Buying Stuff Drives Climate Change

Consumerism causes a large chunk of our carbon emissions. Here are a few ideas for healthier habits during the holidays and beyond.

by |December 16, 2020

Tune in to the Fall 2020 Integrative Capstone Workshop Presentations

Sustainability Management students have been putting their consulting skills to the test for real-world clients. Learn about their exciting projects in a briefing on Dec. 8.

by |December 4, 2020

How Lessons From Bees, Leaves and Our Own Blood May Help Us Save Civilization

A new book argues that humanity can stave off catastrophe by observing how natural systems have evolved simple strategies to assure their survival.

by |December 1, 2020