Sustainability lies at the intersection of limited natural resources and a vast set of human needs and desires. To satisfy these needs and desires, humans depend—directly and indirectly—on the natural environment, resulting in complex sustainability challenges. As populations grow and economies expand, demand for resources increases, sometimes at rates that may not be sustainable. Resolving these conflicts will require the perspectives of varied thinkers, from scientists to philosophers and economists to artists.
Global challenge examples:
how to provide power to growing populations; how to avoid, combat, or adapt to climate change; how to balance growing the economy with going green; how to preserve ecosystems and biodiversity; how can businesses strategically approach sustainable practices; and how to address water shortages.
See how some challenges are addressed: ,,
How does this theme connect to GLI?
Beyond the Classroom
Capstone Projects
How does this theme connect beyond GLI?
Capstone Projects
Opportunities at 老虎机攻略 and Beyond
Student groups:
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Climate Action Coalition
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Society for Ecological Restoration
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Wildlife Society
Majors, Minors, and Certificates:
Experiential Learning:
Community Organizations: