Ecosystem Science and Sustainability Initiative

The Ecosystem Science and Sustainability Initiative at the University of Minnesota's Twin Cities campus is designed to explore how ecosystems and socio-economic systems can work hand-in-hand for the long-term, net benefit of all. One of the greatest challenges of the 21st century is jointly sustaining our environment and people's productive and meaningful livelihoods, and this Initiative confronts this challenge through three major programs:

A vibrant and growing community of faculty, students, and citizens from across the University and beyond are leading and developing these exciting programs, and energizing University efforts in sustainability!

The Ecosystem Science and Sustainability Initiative is hosted by the Institute for Social, Economic, and Ecological Sustainability (ISEES).