Founded in 2014, the Institute at Brown for Environment and Society (IBES) is a thriving interdisciplinary institute for climate, sustainability, and environmental education and research, achieving national and international stature as one of the top programs of its kind. IBES’ goals over the next five years aim to build on this success by engaging and supporting its community of scholars, students, staff, alumni, and partners in advancing durable, scalable, and equitable solutions to the complex climate, sustainability, and environmental challenges of the 21st century.
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Celebrating its 10th year, IBES marked 2024 with groundbreaking achievements in its efforts to advance a just, sustainable future.
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IBES faculty help shape Climate Week NYC
From the Explorers Club to the United Nations Headquarters, IBES faculty were at the forefront of Climate Week, contributing expertise on the cryosphere, climate obstruction, and global science funding.
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Ten years of research projects, countless ideas, one shared mission: to build a sustainable future.
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IBES announces 2025 Catalyst Research Awardees
IBES awarded grants to six core and affiliate faculty members, allowing them to conduct research that crosses boundaries and benefits communities, both at Brown and around the world.
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IBES Director Kim Cobb is one of dozens of scientists working to counter the Trump administration's efforts to weaken pollution regulations.
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The Institute at Brown for Environment and Society is pleased to introduce two new faculty members jointly appointed in the School of Public Health: Marianthi-Anna Kioumourtzoglou, Professor of Epidemiology and Environment and Society, and Meredith Niles, Professor of Behavioral and Social Sciences and Environment and Society.
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Virgo, an experienced higher-ed administrator, will oversee the Institute’s finances and operations in this multifaceted role.
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