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YSE NewsResearch on Challenges Facing Congo Basin Swamp Forests Wins 2026 Bormann Prize
April 28, 2026Yale School of the Environment doctoral candidate Katherine Meier’s research explored how villagers are navigating seasonal flooding in a Congo Basin ecosystem prized for its role in mitigating global climate change.
YSE NewsYSE Research Day 2026
April 20, 2026At the Yale School of the Environment's 42nd Annual Research Day on April 10, students from across the school came together to share their ongoing research and latest findings. From indoor air pollution in Ghana to Connecticut's urban coastal wetlands to mangrove forests in Southeast Asia to the understudied amphibian population — listen to these emerging climate leaders talk about the hows and whys of their work and where they hope to go from here.
YSE NewsFour Yale Students Named 2026 Wyss Scholars
April 14, 2026From ecological resilience to public policy to sustainable rural livelihoods, the 2026 Wyss scholars, including three from the Yale School of the Environment, are tackling conservation challenges across the U.S.
YSE NewsJackson’s Water Crisis Offers Lessons for Cities With Aging Infrastructure
March 16, 2026A new Yale School of the Environment study finds that while Jackson, Mississippi’s tap water met federal safety standards, corrosion risks, aging plumbing, and social inequality put vulnerable residents at greater risk than systemwide data indicated.
YSE NewsIncarcerated Populations in the Gulf Coast Face Heightened Risks From Natural Disasters
December 1, 2025More than 270,000 individuals are housed in correctional facilities located in areas at significant risk for extreme weather events, with heat posing the greatest threat.
YSE NewsYSE Students Join Global Climate Talks at COP30
November 4, 2025YSE students will play active roles in discussions on climate adaptation, finance, and resilience — working with delegations from global NGOs and countries such as Kazakhstan, Pakistan, and Bhutan.
YSE NewsWelcome, YSE Class of 2027
August 27, 2025This year's 152 master's and 18 doctoral students are focused on addressing climate change, energy, environmental justice, and policy solutions.
YSE NewsNovel Research Reveals Thriving Microbial Life in Trees
August 6, 2025A study by YSE scientists opens up new avenues for understanding tree physiology, forest ecology, and how trees are responding to climate change.
YSE News2025 Switzer Fellows Advance Conservation and Sustainability Through Fashion, Agroforestry, and Community-Driven Policy
July 31, 2025The Yale School of the Environment fellows were recognized for driving positive environmental change across various disciplines.
YSE NewsThe Class of 2025 Is Ready to Achieve a Sustainable Future
May 20, 2025This year’s 147 graduates are entering positions in academia, NGOs, government, and the private sector, joining a global network of more than 5,800 alumni working to address today's urgent environmental challenges.
YSE NewsWhat Keeps People From Evacuating During a Natural Disaster?
May 13, 2025Residents who shelter in place during emergencies instead of following state evacuation mandates often rely on knowledge and social ties to inform their decisions, according to a recent Yale School of the Environment study.
YSE NewsOlivia Brinks ’25 MEM: Exploring Community-Centered Conservation in Latin America
May 12, 2025With roots in fieldwork and policy, Olivia Brinks brings a place-based lens to global environmental challenges.
YSE NewsChristian Dadzie ’25 MEM: Engineering a Cleaner Future
May 12, 2025Christian Dadzie aims to use data science, policy insight, and collaborative leadership to advance equitable clean energy solutions in the Global South.