A Mission for Planetary Solutions
Our work catalyzes planetary solutions through all that Yale is, from our students, faculty, staff, and alumni, to our buildings, collections, and campus, and all that Yale does—teaching, learning, researching, building, operating, convening, investing, and leading.
Through support for diverse course offerings, development of new academic centers, and a presence at major climate-focused events, YPS engages the entire Yale community and our partners worldwide.
YPS runs its own core programming and works in service of university-wide sustainability and climate progress.
Lea Winter | Photo By Tony Fiorini
Recent News & Insights
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Planetary Solutions: Top 10 of 2025
A roundup of the accomplishments we’re most excited about from 2025.
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Yale Alumni Help Drive Climate Talks at COP30 in Brazil
More than 50 alumni from YSE and the Jackson School of Global Affairs were involved in discussions and negotiations at COP30.
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Call for Submissions: Yale’s 10th Annual Graduate Conference in Religion and Ecology
The Graduate Conference in Religion & Ecology is an interdisciplinary conference held by Yale Divinity School and Yale School of the Environment.
“With all that Yale is and all that Yale does, this initiative is transforming knowledge into meaningful action and real-world impact. It is a catalyst, a convener, and a testing ground for the ideas, technologies, and partnerships that will shape a more sustainable and equitable future.”
Yale University President Maurie McInnis and Provost Scott Strobel
Upcoming Events
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Sci X Sci-Fi Flash Fiction Contest Deadline
Prizes of $350 and $250 will be awarded to winning flash fiction stories of 300-1,000 words related to climate and sustainability.
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Office Hours: YPS Grant Program + Impact Accelerator 2026-27
OnlineThis is a drop-in session where you can ask any questions you may have about the YPS Grant Program and the new Impact Accelerator.
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Info Session: YPS Grant Program 2026-2027
OnlineYPS staff will give an overview of how to apply for Initiation, Acceleration, and Constellation Grants, as well as the new Impact Accelerator.
Where Will You Join Us in Making an Impact?
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A Global, High-Resolution, Integrated Model of the Economy, Climate, and Weather
This model will integrate a spatial model of the economic impacts of climate change with the Norwegian Earth System Model.
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A Novel Species-selective Rodenticide: a Humane, Environmentally Safe Solution to Protect Biodiversity and Agriculture
Traditional rodenticides have caused raptor decline and endangered species loss leading to proposed legislation banning their use.
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Activating Tenants to Advocate for Energy Justice: Barriers and Solutions
There is an urgent need to identify strategies to overcome barriers to low-income rental housing energy efficiency…
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Activists vs. Apathists: Understanding The Psychological Drivers Of Teenagers’ Pro-Climate Behavior
Any solution to climate change will involve behavior change — both in energy consumption and at the ballot box.
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Addressing Climate Change Through the Music of Bird Murmuration
Compositions can powerfully depict natural phenomena, such as cyclic systems, climate trends, or mass movements among animals.
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Addressing Energy, Health, Jobs, Nutrition, Soil Health, Water, and Climate Change Through an Integrated Bioeconomy Approach
In arid, resource-stressed regions, tree planting can ease multiple challenges at once.
