School of Environmental Sustainability
At the School of Environmental Sustainability, we train tomorrow's environmental leaders and develop practical sustainability solutions.
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Interdisciplinary research
We develop strategies for conserving and restoring biodiversity through research, habitat management, education, and community partnerships.
Our research seeks to better understand crises of ecological destruction and social injustice and build more sustainable societies.
We integrate chemistry, ecology, and public health to understand our exposure to toxic materials and reduce the harmful impacts of environmental contaminants.
We design and implement strategies for building equitable, environmentally sustainable, resilient food systems.
We pursue strategies for mitigating climate change and expanding access to clean, renewable energy.
#1
First Chicago-area university to achieve carbon neutrality
#12
Ranked #12 in the Princeton Review's Guide to Green Colleges: 2025 Edition
100%
100% of campus electricity use powered by clean, renewable energy
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News
Supporting sustainable food systems: local partnerships in action
The Sustainable Food Systems Focus Area concentrates on sustainable food production, food equity, and food justice. Team members launched the Partners in the Chicago Food System program to help increase food security in Chicago communities.
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Student Research
Conservation in action: students engaged in environmental research
Researchers from Loyola University Chicago's School of Environmental Sustainability are devising new methods of restoring biologically diverse wetlands. Students contribute to the research while learning to become independent scientists.
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Events
Ramblers reflect and prepare for new horizons
Environmental science major Mia Rogalski was among the outstanding members of Loyola's class of 2025 who shared their most treasured college memories.
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Prospective Students
Tomorrow Starts Today
Get to know what awaits you at Loyola's School of Environmental Sustainability.
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Current Students
Reimagine. Respond. Restore.
Participate in events, research, and initiatives at Loyola's School of Environmental Sustainability.
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Alumni
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Degrees Offered
Sustainability at Loyola
While our School of Environmental Sustainability leads the way in training students for lifelong, rewarding careers across fields and industries—every campus at Loyola is dedicated to bringing green-thinking to the forefront. Discover why we're one of the nation's greenest.