Climate change. Population growth. Widespread pollution. Increasing consumption. Fossil fuel depletion. Loss of biodiversity. Degraded land and water.

Complex environmental problems have taken center stage in the early 21st century, and will present enormous challenges to our economy, security and natural resources for generations to come. These issues cut to the very foundation of our civilization. And they can’t be solved with business-as-usual thinking.

It’s time for something different.

That’s why the University of Minnesota’s Institute on the Environment (IonE) is taking a fresh approach. We’re discovering new solutions to the world’s most pressing environmental problems through innovative research, leadership development and partnerships.

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