可持续发展研究是对国家和全球发展的回应，这些发展使可持续发展成为公众关注的重点。它还响应Rensselaer学生对可持续课程的口头要求，与此同时，以可持续发展为导向的学生俱乐部和校园倡议也在不断增长。可持续性研究课程为毕业生准备从事环境政策，管理和研究领域的职业，无论是在行业，政府还是非营利组织中。严格而富有创意的社会科学方法教学是该计划的标志性方面，为学生开展职业生涯或进入研究生计划奠定了坚实的基础。确定与环境可持续性相关的问题，辩论和专业知识形式。分析环境问题和可持续发展机会的社会，政治，经济和文化背
Students pursuing the B.S. in Sustainability Studies examine human-environment interactions and develop sustainability strategies through policy, community engagement, and hands-on projects. Students and faculty tackle questions from multiple scientific, technical, and social perspectives, to find innovative solutions. Analyze the social, political, and economic dynamics of environmental problems and sustainable systems. Rensselaer is home to Vasudha, a living and learning community for first-year students interested in earth, energy, water, and food systems. Sustainability Studies is a degree designed for environmentally conscious students seeking an education that blends social and natural sciences, humanities, and technology.<br><br>Outstanding students at Rensselaer have the option to complete a dual major, for a distinctive career profile. These combinations of degree programs - for example, Chemical Engineering and Sustainability Studies - are designed so that you can complete the requirements for both majors in just four years.