Gund Institute for Environment
The Gund Institute for Environment is an interdisciplinary research accelerator based at the University of Vermont. We mobilize scholars and decision makers to tackle critical environmental challenges, and turn research into impact by partnering with government, business, and society.
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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.

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Community Drives Discovery

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

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Community Drives Discovery

With expertise spanning science, business, health, tech, engineering, and humanities, the Gund Institute community harnesses a myriad 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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