Rice Sustainability Institute · Student Programs

Sustainability
Solutions
Studio

The Sustainability Solutions Studio (S3) connects interdisciplinary teams of Rice graduate students with local nonprofits and businesses to develop practical, real-world solutions to sustainability challenges.

As organizations face increasing pressure to adopt sustainable practices, many lack the resources to develop and implement comprehensive strategies. S3 addresses this gap by mobilizing student teams — trained in environmental analysis, energy transition, and accounting — to provide actionable first steps toward sustainability.

Through S3, participating organizations gain tailored sustainability insights and recommendations, while students gain hands-on experience in applied problem-solving and build connections to careers in sustainability.

For organizations
Gain tailored sustainability insights and recommendations — practical, actionable first steps developed by a dedicated student team.
For students
Build hands-on experience in applied problem-solving and develop the professional connections needed for careers in sustainability.
Student expertise
Teams trained in environmental analysis, energy transition, and sustainability accounting.

Get involved with S3

For more information, contact: si@rice.edu

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