Inspired and educated by the natural landscape that surrounds us, ̽̽ is a leader in research and practices that protect our environment and promote a sustainable future. We challenge students to become inclusive problem solvers, leading the way toward solutions for the complex problems that define our world.
Environment and Sustainability Academic Programs
Calling Lake Champlain Home
Natural resources major Jordan Rowell paddled the 120-mile length of the lake, interviewing people along the way and examining our relationship with natural resources in the face of a changing climate. Together with a videographer friend, Jordan created the documentary “No Other Lake.”
Read Jordan's Story
A Force in Forestry
Mariah Choiniere is tackling agroforestry challenges like climate change and food security. She was among a select group of students nationwide to become a Truman Scholar, demonstrating outstanding leadership potential, a commitment to a career in government or nonprofits, and academic excellence.
Read Mariah's Story- #2 Green MBA (Princeton Review 2023-2024)
- #8 Top 50 Green Colleges (Princeton Review 2025)
- 0 The ultimate amount of energy used in total, by ̽̽’s George D. Aiken Building, the first “net zero” green structure on campus
- 2030 The date of ̽̽'s commitment to carbon neutrality
