Celebrate Earth Day with These Eight Free, Arts-Based Events
Looking for fun and free ways to celebrate Earth Day this year?
April 10, 2026Celebrate Earth Day with These Nine Family Friendly Events
Looking for fun, free, family friendly ways to celebrate Earth Day in Madison this year?
April 9, 2026
Meet Computer Sciences: Our Home Away from Home
The Nelson Institute is going on the road — and we’re taking you with us!
April 7, 2026Tia Nelson to be awarded honorary degree from UW–Madison
The University of Wisconsin–Madison will award an honorary doctor of science degree to Tia Nelson, a globally recognized advocate for environmental stewardship and sustainability, at its spring commencement ceremony.
March 26, 2026A Comprehensive Look at Wisconsin’s Climate-Change Outlook
The Wisconsin Initiative on Climate Change Impacts (WICCI), a nationally recognized collaboration of scientists and stakeholders working together to help Wisconsin policymakers and citizens understand the impacts of climate change, has released an assessment report that outlines the latest climate impacts and solutions.
February 26, 2026RISE-EARTH Lead and Headquarters Announced
Chris Kucharik, professor of plant and agroecosystem sciences and investigator with the Nelson Institute for Environmental Studies and the Wisconsin Energy Institute (WEI), has been chosen to lead the RISE-EARTH Collaboration Headquarters (HQ).
February 18, 2026Nelson Institute Researchers to Explore Sustainable Development of Data Centers with QTS Partnership
On Friday, November 14, the University of Wisconsin–Madison’s Nelson Institute for Environmental Studies announced a research partnership with QTS Data Centers (QTS).
November 25, 2025Guardian of the Green
From a young age, Aryn Swann knew she wanted to save the world.
November 4, 2025Science Hall: A History
Science Hall is a building that bares its soul, says Daniel Einstein, historic and cultural resources manager at UW–Madison and graduate of the Nelson Institute.
October 9, 2025Leading Experts Explore Climate Solutions and Resilience at UW–Madison Symposium
Community members are invited to join local and national experts at UW–Madison’s 2025 Climate Change Symposium on Tuesday, Oct. 7, from 6:30–8:30 p.m. at Union South’s Marquee Cinema.
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