College and university campuses are like small municipalities: from buildings and buses, to eateries and large endowments, to living wages and health benefits for employees, to diversity and inclusive excellence commitments, a school can have a large environmental and societal footprint. Today’s students aren’t just looking for academic programs in sustainability; they want to study […]

Colleges and universities across the U.S. are on the cutting edge of sustainability, creating applications, tools, machines and programs that connect faculty, staff and students with business leaders or community members to solve tough problems with technology. The campuses below are just a few examples of sustainability innovation at work. Portland State University, Portland, Oregon […]

Sustainability is a hot career field, and within it are many specializations you can pursue, including business, energy, engineering and more. Which ones offer the hottest sustainability jobs? We’ve discovered eight of the most in-demand sustainability careers. Of course, since this field is growing so quickly, jobs we haven’t even thought of yet might be […]

Diversity is important to sustainability, whether it’s ecological diversity, human diversity and inclusive excellence or diversity of financial streams and support for sustainability across teaching, research and campus operations. While environmental and economic diversity are recognized key components of sustainability, inclusive excellence (defined by the American Council on Education as “programs, resources and research to […]

Most sustainability professionals don’t go into sustainability fields to make money. They care about the environment, helping people and making a difference in communities or in companies. The reality, however, is that while working in sustainability, you still have to be able to sustain yourself and your family. While saving the world may be your […]

If you’re interested in any aspect of sustainability—from environmental justice to green energy to human ecology—there’s a conference for you. With these major sustainability conferences, you can learn, network and deepen your understanding of sustainability in a whole new way. Conferences are ideal for discovering the latest developments, meeting other sustainability professionals and finding new […]

Today’s students don’t just want to take classes or graduate with degrees in sustainability fields. They want to get their feet wet and their hands dirty by applying what they learn on campus or out in the field. At the following colleges and universities, students can conduct research, study abroad, lead student organizations, run businesses […]

Sustainable nongovernmental organizations (NGOs) make essential contributions to the environment, society and the sustainability of the world at large. They’re responsible for important research, aid, consumer awareness, conservation and so much more, and it’s important for you, as a sustainability student, to be aware of the most influential organizations working in sustainability today. These NGOs […]

Sustainability has become a far-reaching field, covering a range of environmental and social issues. In addition to climate change, visionaries are speaking out on energy security, green architecture, indigenous rights and much, much more. What exactly are leaders in sustainability doing to change the world? Read our profiles of 21 thought leaders in sustainability to […]

You can’t beat the benefits of hands-on experience. For sustainability students, internships are simply the best sources of real-world experiences, providing opportunities to learn, network and make a difference, all while you’re still in school. Check out our list to find out how you can work with some of the world’s leading organizations and gain […]