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Understanding the Human Dimensions of Environmental
Problems To Advance Effective Sustainability Solutions
What is Human Ecology?
The Department of Human Ecology of the Rutgers School of Environmental and Biological Sciences addresses the human dimensions of environmental problems and their solutions. Faculty from diverse disciplines study the complex relationships between humans and the environment to inform the development of equitable environmental solutions and practices that balance human well-being and the environment. The key practice driving our mission is “collaborative leadership.” To learn more about the Department of Human Ecology and its mission read the 2025-2029 Strategic Plan (2MB PDF).
Upcoming One-Day Workshop on April 24, 9am-3:30pm: Overcoming Tensions in Climate and Sustainability Governance
A one-day workshop exploring the intersection of democratic participation and scientific complexity in climate and sustainability governance. Register Now Overview Join us for an engaging, interdisciplinary workshop…
EPIB Student Drishta Soni Learns and Excels in New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection Internship
It’s summer internship season and so we caught up with EPIB student Drishta Soni to talk about her internship with the Department of Environmental Protection.
First year EPIB Student Michelle Rozenfeld Publishes book for Teens on Climate Change Careers
Freshman Michelle Rozenfeld is a Rutgers Honors student who has found a home for her environmental interests as an EPIB major and Science Communication minor and got a real head start in High School where she wrote her book “Teen Climate Changers.”