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Sustainability Research Hub

Nelson Institute for Environmental Studies and the Office of Sustainability
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The Sustainability Research Hub exists to make UW - Madison a preeminent destination for environmental sustainability research and education by supporting innovative, large-scale, cross-cutting sustainability research on campus and beyond.

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We are here to help PIs!

We have a top-notch, enthusiastic, grant proposal help team!

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Experts database

The Sustainability Experts database helps our team connect you with other researchers and funding opportunities.

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New goals unlocked

Chancellor Mnookin announced an ambitious sustainability agenda with campus-wide goals for operations and research.

Launch of the Hub

Earth from Space

Introducing RISE-EARTH

Environmental sustainability is focus of the second RISE initiative.

Big Initiative

The Sustainability Research Hub (the Hub) is a research development office that supports sustainability research on campus through a range of proposal development services to help faculty obtain funding. We also offer network building and resource sharing in service of a vibrant, connected sustainability research community. Our team works collaboratively across campus to support faculty in all departments and disciplines.

For those seeking administrative support to pursue large grants, we offer a variety of services. With base funding from the Chancellor, the Hub provides campus-wide service without charging fees or retaining any overhead. As the Hub increases the number and size of sustainability research awards, it will also create new opportunities for undergraduate and graduate research in sustainability.

The Hub also serves as a source of connection and coordination for projects with external partners. Our staff will work closely with the University Relations and their Office of Business Engagement to help connect UW-Madison PIs with appropriate corporate, governmental, NGO, or other external partners for their proposals.

Not ready to submit a grant? Reach out and we can help you build your network and connect with others who are interested in creating a sustainable future, or join our Sustainability Experts List.

The Hub is a project of the Nelson Institute for Environmental Studies and the Office of Sustainability.

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  • 21 North Park Street, Suite 6401
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    Madison, WI 53715
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  • Email: hub@sustainability.wisc.edu
  • Phone: 608-265-3581
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