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Inspiring Students
Through curriculum, research and social engagement, students explore and experience sustainability in practice and performance.
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Catalyzing Research, Innovation
MCSI creates and nurtures innovations that benefit the environment, positively impact the community, and improve quality of life.
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Engaging Community
We participate in and lead a variety of sustainability-focused service initiatives to develop sustainable, affordable solutions for everyday life throughout the city.
Welcome to MCSI
MCSI aims to co-create research, education and engagement opportunities by fostering connections to solve the complex challenges facing our planet.
Highlights
Know a person or group who's made an impact on sustainability at Pitt? Nominate them before February 16th for the 2026 Pitt Sustainability Awards!
Our call for Summer 2026 Sustainability Research Program participants is open now! Learn about the 2026 projects and advisors and apply to the program by February 18, 2026.
Students can engage in sustainability experiences offered both in and out of the classroom at both undergraduate and graduate levels.
Sustainable Innovation
The University of Pittsburgh defines “sustainability” as balancing equity, environment, and economics so current and future generations can thrive. With that focus MCSI champions academic collaborations, sustainability integrations in the curriculum, groundbreaking sustainability research, community outreach, and innovation.