Graham Sustainability Institute

Opportunity

Learn About Michigan Public Act 233

Browse these resources to learn more about Michigan's new renewable energy siting law.

Learn About Phosphorus

Learn how phosphorus affects the lake and explore practical resources for agricultural contexts.

Explore U-M's Many Sustainability Courses

Each year, hundreds of sustainability courses are offered across U-M's schools, colleges, and academic programs. To explore courses in everything from Environmental Science to Public Policy, check out our sustainability-specific course guide.

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News

6/2/2026 - UM-Flint Students Turn Climate Passion Into Action Through Inaugural Fellowship

5/22/2026 - IAGLR Talks with Ian Stone in the Spring 2026 Issue of Lakes Letter

4/22/2026 - U-M Delegation Returns to MI Healthy Climate Conference, Connects with State Leaders

In the Media

6/4/2026 - Michigan’s Water Affordability Issue: What the Numbers Show

6/1/2026 - The Cool Down: Michigan Battery Project Sparks Recall Effort After Farm Warns Noise Could Drive Away Bees ft. Madeleine Krol

5/21/2026 - Michigan Public: “Quite a Quick Change for Local Governments” as MI Looks To Boost Battery Energy Storage ft. Madeleine Krol

Upcoming Events

U-M Sustainability Events

Jun

Debbie Thompson Exhibition 6/5/2026 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

Jun

Read and Look | I’m Trying to Love Garbage 6/6/2026 11:15 am – 12:00 pm

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U-M Sustainability Courses

EAS 641 | Social Research Methods in Environment and Sustainability

This course in intended for students who are likely to engage in reseach of any kind, formal or informal, that is concerned with people and the environment. Major emphasis on is placed on conceptualization - on going from a topic of interest to measurable constructs. A focus on anticipating possible outcomes and possible alternative interpretations leads to consideration of various research designs and strategies. A concern for ethical and humane research is examined in terms of the researcher's role both with respect to participants and the ultimate recipients of the information.

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News

In the Media

Upcoming Events

U-M Sustainability Events

Enhancing Collaborative Research

Developing Sustainability Leaders

Informing Policy and Practice

Climate

Water

Communities

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