The Rice Sustainability Institute (RSI) serves as the university’s hub for interdisciplinary research, education, and external partnerships focused on global sustainability challenges. RSI connects faculty, students, and collaborators across fields to advance solutions in climate resilience, environmental justice, sustainable development, and more.
By supporting academic programs, hosting events, and facilitating research initiatives, RSI extends Rice’s impact beyond the campus, fostering innovation that addresses pressing environmental and societal issues. The Institute also plays a key role in integrating sustainability into the university’s academic mission.
Curious to learn more? Explore how RSI is driving discovery, shaping policy, and building a more sustainable future—starting right here at Rice: