Groundwater pumping drives rapid sinking in California
A new study from Stanford researchers shows central California’s vast San Joaquin Valley has sunk at a record pace since 2006. Strategic recharging of aquifers could help slow or stop the sinking.
Our research
Transformative research by our scholars reveals insights into our world and drives ideas to impact.
Read about our research and impact Sign up for our monthly newsletter
Join us in person on Wednesday, Dec. 4 at the Faculty Club to learn how Stanford has historically negotiated its place of influence in U.S. society and world affairs – and how we can fulfill our responsibility to society in building a sustainable future.
Water scarcity threatens the viability of hydropower and agriculture. A new study in the Andes shows sustainable irrigation and reforestation are the best responses.
Research suggests image search engines reinforce climate preconceptions. Better image search is key to inspiring climate action.
Arun Majumdar
Inaugural Dean, Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability
“Mother Earth is begging us to restore the atmosphere, the oceans, and our biodiversity. For our own sake. For the sake of our children and grandchildren.”
Learn about the school
Our distinctive three-part structure is designed to amplify global impact.
News about our people and programs
-
From June to September 2024, Benedict Chen, E-IPER MBA-MS ’25, participated in the Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability Summer Internship Program, working at Mitra Chem, a startup in Mountain View that innovates in and develops iron-based cathode active materials for lithium-ion batteries.
-
A Stanford alumna’s career gave her an inside look at the 2007 Nobel Peace Prize and the White House. Today, she guides the scientific agenda for the world’s largest association of Earth and space scientists.
-
Deemed both a force of nature and a force for nature, the Stanford energy champion has propelled thousands of students and expanded access to energy education worldwide.
Join us
There are many ways to join us in our commitment to cultivating deep knowledge and high-impact solutions to pressing planetary challenges.
Follow our updates
Learn about our research advances and program impact by email and social media.
Get involved
We offer many opportunities to join us in making a difference.
Support our work
Your support helps us fund new research, hire faculty, and create solutions.
Upcoming events
-
Branner Library Monthly Book & Map Exhibit - Naturally Hazardous: Impacts
ExhibitionMitchell Earth Sciences -
-
Branner Library Monthly Book & Map Exhibit - Naturally Hazardous: Impacts
ExhibitionMitchell Earth Sciences
Earth. Climate. Society.
The Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability draws on a deep understanding of Earth, climate, and society to create knowledge and scalable solutions, in collaboration with partners worldwide. Together, we strive to create a future where humans and nature thrive in concert and in perpetuity through excellence in research, education, innovation, and service.
