CALS scientists look to ruminant grazing as a potential method for nonnative shrub control in oak woodlands.
The Commons
Climate Effects on Tourism
Changing seasons are impacting tourism and outdoor recreation in Wisconsin.
Farmer’s Markets as Community Builders
Survey research shows how local food markets promote communication that builds civic engagement.
New Faculty Hire: Tim Portlock
The Nelson Institute is thrilled to announce its newest faculty member: Tim Portlock, who will join the UW–Madison community in the Fall 2023 semester.
Dylan Bizhikiins Jennings Appointed to Wisconsin Natural Resources Board
Congratulations to Nelson Institute alumnus Dylan Bizhikiins Jennings, who was recently appointed to the Wisconsin Natural Resources Board by Governor Tony Evers.
Teaching the Colorado River Crisis
For 40 million Americans, the Colorado River is a life source.
Awarding Arctic Research
Christian Andresen will measure the impact of climate change on carbon emissions from Arctic wetlands.
Happy Cows are Safe Cows
What happens to you when you’re stressed? Do your eating habits change? Maybe you exercise less, or maybe you avoid being around your friends and family. The same goes for cattle.
Global Ark Project
Nearly one million species — one-eighth of all life on Earth — are threatened with near immediate extinction, and science suggests this is the beginning of a larger trend.
Mitigating Wildlife Conflict in Botswana
From the age of three, Nelson Institute environment and resources PhD student Gabi Fleury wanted to travel to Africa and be a conservationist.
Director’s Cut: Carol Barford
The Weston Roundtable lecture series is all about the science, technology, and policy of environmental sustainability.
A Liberated Intellectual
When Rob Hall accepts his offer to attend Stanford University as a PhD candidate in their Cell, Molecular and Organismal Biology program, it will be exactly two years after he almost gave up on academics altogether.
Promoting Pollinators, One Unmowed Lawn at a Time
With the help of an app developed by University of Wisconsin–Madison entomologists, Sun Prairie residents are becoming scientists studying bees in their own yards this May.
Art for All
UniverCity Year projects propel Wisconsin Rapids toward public arts culture.
Science-Based Optimism
If you’re like most people, the topic of climate change doesn’t fill you with the warm and fuzzies.
Fishing on the Line
Report indicates that fisheries are changing as the climate warms.
Linking Business and Sustainability Through Supply Chain
Sustainability certificate student Lissy Kettleson featured in the Wisconsin School of Business’s “Next Generation of Business Leaders.”
Embracing Cultures and Making a Global Impact
Sustainability certificate student Angie Kettleson featured in the Wisconsin School of Business’s “Next Generation of Business Leaders.”
How to Shop More Sustainably
SoHE professor and Nelson affiliate Majid Sarmadi says there’s more to being green than recycling.
To Instill the Spirit of Conservation
On the Office of Sustainability’s 11th birthday, we look back to the first decade — and forward to the next.
Day (and Night) of the Badger a Success!
Thank you! We are grateful for everyone who participated in UW–Madison’s annual day of giving, Day of the Badger, this year held on March 28–29.
‘There’s Still Time for the Planet, if We Stay Hopeful’
Jane Goodall spoke to a sold-out crowd with the Wisconsin Union Directorate’s Distinguished Lecture Series.
Rooted in the Ground
You could say undergraduate student Tien Vo is very grounded.
Meet Tomiko Jones
Capturing the beautiful, dynamic, and sometimes sorrowful moments nature has to offer is no easy feat and takes a careful eye.
Electrifying Outagamie County
Buckle up and hit the gas … or should it be electricity?