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About Us

We will leave nothing behind as we strive to solve the greatest planetary challenges of our time. 

The magnitude, complexity, and interconnectedness of the planetary challenges we face are daunting and require urgent action. As such, we invoke all that Yale is and all that Yale does to advance solutions. 

YPS elevates and celebrates climate and sustainability initiatives from across the university, from operations to academics to research, and organizes Yale’s unified presence at global climate events.

In addition to showcasing initiatives from across Yale, YPS runs its own core programs, including a grant program, doctoral fellowship, and awards for student-powered projects—all aimed at making positive contributions in key action areas.

What Drives YPS

YPS Team

YPS Steering Committee

  • Sunil Amrith

    Henry R. Luce Director, the Whitney and Betty MacMillan Center for International and Area Studies
    Renu and Anand Dhawan Professor of History; Professor, Yale School of the Environment
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  • John Barden

    Vice President for Information Technology and Campus Services
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  • J. Mike Bellamy

    Vice President for Facilities, Campus Development, and Sustainability
    Co-Chair
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  • Deborah Berke

    Dean of the Yale School of Architecture
    J.M. Hoppin Professor
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Want to Contribute to the YPS Mission?

Share your ideas in an open call for comments as we prepare to launch our YPS Strategic Vision 2050 initiative. 

Share Your 2050 Vision