Environmental engineering combines scientific and engineering principles to improve and maintain the environment in order to protect human health, natural resources, and natural environments.

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Environmental engineering is a dynamic and interdisciplinary field that seeks to devise sustainable solutions to global challenges. By merging advanced engineering practices with climate science, ...

Environmental engineers are the technical professionals who identify and design solutions for environmental problems. They seek to shield the environment from the harmful effects of human activity, ...

Cleaner water. Alternative sources of energy. Carbon-neutral fossil fuels. What if you could use your engineering mind to make the wor1d a cleaner, healthier place? Integrating engineering principles ...

With a century dedicated to research and teaching in the field, the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering is ranked among the top departments in the nation. Our award-winning faculty ...

Take the next step in your career with a Master’s in Environmental Engineering from the University of Colorado Boulder. CU Boulder is one of the leading environmental engineering programs in the ...