Research
Learn about our research that focuses on sustainable use of materials in the construction of engineered systems.
About the Center
The Center for Engineering Sustainability and Resilience at Northwestern Engineering aims to tackle complex sustainability challenges like climate change, water quality, clean energy, and pollution through research and educational efforts that span multiple departments and disciplines.
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Collaborations
Discover the groups with whom the center combines and amplifies efforts with across campus.
People
Meet the Center for Engineering Sustainability and Resilience's advisory board and affiliated faculty.Resources and Opportunities
Explore funding and job opportunities, fellowship and award opportunities, a reference library, proposal resources, and white papers.
The Center for Engineering Sustainability and Resilience is part of the McCormick School of Engineering.
CESR Seed Grants
Seed Funding Awards support innovative, high-risk, and/or collaborative research to enhance engineering sustainability and resilience in the field at large.
News & Events
News
Debris Flow Model Highlights Lingering Dangers After Wildfires
Water flow assessment could one day act as early-warning system for mudslides
CESR Hosts Life Cycle Assessment Workshop
The three-day event provided participants with the tools to use LCA in their own work
CESR Newsletter 8.12.22
CESR LCA Workshop Held August 9-11; Horton Develops Debris Flow Model for Post-Wildfire Landscapes; Funding Announcements and Opportunities
Richards Team Identifies Drivers of Charge Transport in Suspensions
The breakthrough could open up new avenues for designing sustainable energy storage systems
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September 19
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September 19
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