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.
The Sustainability Research Hub (the Hub) aims to support the development of sustainability research on campus through proposal development services, network building, and resource sharing. 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. All indirect costs received from grants are retained by the principal investigator’s academic unit. 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.
Featured funding opportunities
NSF Environmental Sustainability
NSF offers funding to promote 'sustainable engineered systems that support human well-being and are compatible with sustainaning natural systems'. Features five possible funding areas and a rolling deadline.
Environmental Sustainability in Computing
NSF has announced funding to address the environmental impacts of computing, encouraging a comprehensive look at the life-cycle costs including both embodied and operational energy. Proposals due September 2024.
