Explore Undergrad Majors
For students with a passion for science, bio-based technology, environment and sustainability, and the advancement of the business related to them.
Pursue Graduate Study
Our graduate degree program explores renewable bio-resources utilization with focus on environmental sustainability and global advancement of business.
Discover BBE Research
With expertise and a proven record in innovation & collaboration, we develop solutions for a bio-based economy, ecological health, and sustainability.
Upcoming Events
BBE & SSM Study Lock-in
December 11, 10 AM - 3 PMJoin fellow students as you study for the finals. We'll have hot chocolate, tea, snacks and pizza available!
Environmental Career Fair
January 30, 11 AM - 2 PMVisit the career fair to connect with employers across environmental and natural resource fields to explore jobs and internships, gain professional insights, and access preparation events including resume reviews, workshops, and free professional headshots.
News
Professor Ruan reflects on four decades of turning waste into opportunity
For more than 40 years, Professor Roger Ruan has advanced technologies that transform waste into valuable resources, sharing insights on invention, sustainability, and the human drive to build a better world.
Alumni Spotlight: Alice Lesch Fuels Energy Efficiency in Minnesota
Alice Lesch, 2023 graduate of the Sustainable Systems Management (SSM) program, is now a program coordinator at Frontier Energy, a private consulting firm specializing in energy and sustainability. Get to know our alumna!
