Research Areas

ISEN’s 2021-2025 Strategic Plan strategy builds on the University's fundamental strengths and articulates a new vision build on two complementary pillars.

Climate and Energy Transition

The first pillar encompasses interdisciplinary approaches to understanding climate and carbon cycle dynamics and to developing ecological, technological, economic, and policy solutions for climate adaptation and mitigation. Sample project scopes include climate modeling, decarbonization, sustainable materials & circular economy, sustainability- and energy-related finance & capital markets, and policy & governance.

Resilient Communities

The second pillar encompasses implementation strategies, developed with communities and stakeholders, to address acute and chronic stressors stemming from global sustainability and energy challenges. Investment in these solutions strengthens people and planetary health. Sample project scopes include sustainable development and infrastructure, ecosystems & biodiversity, preparedness & adaptation, climate change & public health, and equity & social justice. 

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