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Environmental challenges can seem overwhelming. We’re constantly bombarded with news and information about air and water pollution, climate change, habitat and species loss, food shortages and other problems that threaten humanity. In the School of Environment, Resources and Sustainability (SERS), we understand the seriousness of these challenges – but we are focused on solutions that will allow us to navigate towards a sustainable future.
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News
Kelsey Leonard is sector co-chair of new climate impact assessment
Dr. Kelsey Leonard served as sector co-chair and lead author of the Water Resources chapter in the recently released New York State Climate Impacts Assessment.
Chantel Markle awarded ORF-RI to advance wildlife and habitat management
Dr. Chantel Markle was awarded an ORF-RI grant to advance wildlife and habitat management.
Eloise Fan awarded Linda Carson Interdisciplinary Award for BES thesis
Eloise Fan was awarded the Linda Carson Memorial Interdisciplinary Award for her BES thesis entitled "Performing arts and climate change: Addressing climate anxiety with forum theatre."
Blog
Only political will can end world hunger: Food isn’t scarce, but many people can’t access it
Dr. Jennifer Clapp's article in The Conversation argues that hunger persists across the world because we allow injustice and inequality to endure. If we are serious about ending it, we need bold political action, not just scientific breakthroughs.
Using photography to express sustainability: ERS 318
ERS 318 Photography for Sustainability wrapped up another successful Open House on December 3, 2024. Twenty students took the course this year, drawn from five of the six UW faculties, and from all five academic units in the Faculty of Environment.
James Nugent reflects on teaching in Nanjing, China
Every year, professors from the Faculty of Environment travel to Nanjing, China to teach students at the Nanjing University of Finance and Economics (NUFE). SERS faculty member Dr. James Nugent shares his experiences from 2024.