Nelson Institute for Environmental Studies
University of Wisconsin–Madison

Environmental Events

Nelson Institute Featured Events

Apr
17

Earth Fest

Earth Fest is for all members of the Badger community: from students to alumni, faculty to friends, and seasoned experts to future Badgers. Dive into groundbreaking research or dig in the dirt as you pot your own plant. Sift and winnow the latest research or sort and filter recyclables. Make career connections for your future or master sustainable techniques for your home.

April 17, 2026 – April 23, 2026    
All day
Multiple locations

Events contact: Alessandra Rella, Outreach Specialist, arella@wisc.edu

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Research Center Events

Climate, People, and the Environment (CPEP) Program

Hosted by the Center for Climatic Research

View all CPEP seminars

Weston Roundtable

Hosted by the Center for Sustainability and the Global Environment

View all Weston Roundtable seminars

CHE Environmental Colloquium

Hosted by the Center for Culture, History, and the Environment

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View all CHE environmental colloquia

Video Library

View recordings of past events on topics ranging from climate change to environmental justice. The library includes videos from Nelson Institute signature events such as Earth Day, as well as seminars hosted by our research centers.

View our video library

Campuswide Environmental Events