With growing environmental concerns around the world, there will be an increased need for engineers trained to find creative solutions to pressing environmental problems.

Engineers play a critical role in researching, developing, designing, and producing solutions to environmental issues from air pollution and water contamination to fuel consumption and recycling.

The Energy & Sustainability Community is designed to keep students informed about relevant industry news and connect them with related opportunities.

WashU | The Source: Competitive Energy

By Diane Toroian Keaggy  August 7, 2024

Alumnus Deko Devins is on a mission to make solar power more widespread, affordable and accessible.

Before the 2017 conference track and field championships, Deko Devins had the word “compete” tattooed on his left shoulder. …

By Amanda Martin
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WashU Students Win First Place at 2025 Midwest Student Design Competition

Two student teams presented their projects to water industry professionals, earning top honors

Zhengyang Li  05.08.2025

Two student teams from Washington University in St. Louis won top honors at the 2025 Midwest Student Design Competition (MSDC), held April 22, 2025, in …

By Amanda Martin
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World’s Top GreenTech Companies of 2025

Methodology: How TIME and Statista determined the top greentech companies of 2025

AI, mealworms, aerospace, carbon capture: They’re all innovative approaches companies are taking to try to stop the effects of climate change. A new analysis of the world’s top …

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Future of Engineering Careers: Emerging Trends and Opportunities

Engineers are at the forefront of innovation, helping advance society and solve some of our biggest problems. Every day, they push the boundaries of what’s possible in technology, construction, manufacturing, medicine, and beyond. As new technologies emerge and industry standards …

By Kelli Delfosse
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WashU to Lead $26 Million Decarbonization Initiative

National Science Foundation grant is largest in McKelvey Engineering history

Beth Miller  08.21.2024

To minimize the impact of man-made climate change, it is essential to significantly and rapidly decrease carbon dioxide emissions while simultaneously meeting the energy and manufacturing needs of …

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Career Resources

Nationally Competitive Industry Graduate Fellowships & Research Internships

Below is a list of competitive industry graduate fellowships and research internships for MS and PhD students. The majority have …

Association of Energy Engineers (AEE)

AEE is a Non-profit organization dedicated to serving our members and other industry professionals who are working to improve energy …

National Association of Environmental Professionals (NAEP)

The National Association of Environmental Professionals (NAEP) is a multi-disciplinary association for professionals dedicated to the advancement of the environmental …