Research isn’t enough to solve our environmental problems—we need action, too. The Gund Institute for Environment mobilizes scholars and decision makers to understand and tackle critical environmental challenges.
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World-class Research, World-changing Impact

Research alone can’t solve environmental challenges—we need action. The Gund Institute for Environment unites scholars and leaders to drive solutions. We turn research into impact by working with government, business, and society to address the planet’s most pressing issues.

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Diversity Drives Discovery

With expertise spanning science, business, health, tech, engineering, and humanities, the Gund Institute community harnesses diverse perspectives to drive interdisciplinary solutions.

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The Planet's Biggest Problem is Pace

We often know what’s needed for people and nature to thrive—the challenge is speed. Tackling global environmental issues requires urgent, cross-sector collaboration. This urgency drives our agile research and strong partnerships focused on delivering real-world impact.

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