Our impact
From idea to impact
The Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability powers excellence across all areas of scholarship that, together, are crucial for advancing the long-term prosperity of the planet. Its distinctive three-part structure is designed to amplify global impact.
Departments and programs generate knowledge
Institutes innovate across disciplines
The Accelerator drives policy and technology solutions
Across our activities we are embedding equity, access, and inclusion and a commitment to generating solutions that benefit all people, especially those most harmed by climate change and environmental damage.
2024 Progress Report
When we launched the school in 2022, we embarked on an ambitious journey to help create a future where humans and nature can thrive in concert and in perpetuity. We knew our efforts to chart a course forward, built from engagement across Stanford and beyond, would require deep understanding and knowledge of Earth, climate, and society, as well as sharing that knowledge through education. Just as important, we knew that we must fashion innovative programs and projects to translate knowledge into globally scalable solutions. All told, to match the magnitude, urgency, and complexity of a sustainable future, we needed to boldly reimagine academia, while anchoring ourselves to the core academic mission of research, education, and innovation.
We are living up to that vision.
Our 2024 Progress Report is filled with examples of discovery, impact, and progress. These stories represent the results of the committed and inspired work done by our faculty, students, postdoctoral scholars, and staff day after day demonstrating our collective progress in fulfilling our strategic vision.
Previous reports
Global impact
Our scholars work with collaborators in our own community and globally to understand challenges and generate solutions at scale.
Understanding extreme heat's impact on labor
Stanford experts explain extreme heat’s impacts on workplace risks, marginalized communities, and the economy.
A living lab
The Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability is grounded in Stanford's ambitious sustainability goals, particularly around renewable energy, water use, and waste. This work is driven by the university's Office of Sustainability.
Platinum
Rating through the Sustainability Tracking, Assessment & Rating System (STARS)
Get involved
Stanford has made an enduring commitment to tackle humanity’s greatest challenges. You can help.
- Find a degree program: Explore pathways for prospective students.
- Become a partner: Learn about opportunities for local, regional, and global partners.
- Explore alumni resources: Browse alumni events, mentorship opportunities, and more.
- Share your expertise: Join the diverse group of experts who are helping to evaluate project proposals, foster connections, and mentor teams through the Sustainability Accelerator.
- Find K-12 resources: Explore free teaching resources, workshops, virtual field trips, and curricula designed to help students understand Earth, climate change, and environmental sciences.
- Expand your knowledge: Browse online courses, certificate programs, and other opportunities for professional development.
- Support our work: Philanthropy will play a critical role in our efforts to catalyze new knowledge and accelerate solutions. Learn about giving opportunities.
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