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Impactful Programming

In support of teaching and research across campus and the world, the Initiative supports and leads programming efforts that further enhance the student educational experience.

Student Programs

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Student Lectures at Climate Week

Climate Leaders @ Penn

With a goal to better equip the Penn graduate student community to address the climate crisis, Climate Leaders @ Penn (CL@P) is an interdisciplinary organization bringing together students, faculty, centers, and alumni from across all of Penn’s schools.

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EnviroLab

EnviroLab is a workspace dedicated to supporting cutting-edge graduate research for students at all stages of their PhD who are working on topics related to the interconnections between environment and society. With faculty mentorship, students lead workshops to share works in progress and host several events in addition to an annual conference.

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Classroom University of Pennsylvania Credit Eric Sucar
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penn climate venture students selfie during a fellows meeting

Penn Climate Ventures

Penn Climate Ventures (PCV) is a group of undergraduates who are paving the way for enhanced student involvement in climate innovation. PCV offers engaging workshops with climate innovators, pathways to break into climate innovation through fellowships and internships, and opportunities for student entrepreneurs through exciting competitions.

Discover opportunities at PCV 

Data-Informed Programs

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Faculty Database & Course Inventory

Our data-informed projects seek to inform students, faculty, staff, and external partners about Penn’s strengths and opportunities vis-à-vis environmental teaching and research. Our team has completed an in-depth analysis on current academic offerings and faculty expertise to inform strategic growth.

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College Hall University of Pennsylvania Credit Eric Sucar
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Climate Week

Now in its third year, Climate Week at Penn has conveyed urgency and a spirit of innovation, locally and globally, with an emphasis on the intersections of race, equity, and the environment. The Initiative is proud to lead the planning and organizational committee efforts for this week of impactful events with hosts from across Penn’s campus and the community.

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Climate Week at Penn