Engineer Solutions to Tackle Climate Changes
At Duquesne's Department of Environmental and Energy Engineering, you'll develop the skills to ask critical questions, communicate effectively, navigate uncertainty, and tackle complex challenges while creating innovative solutions. These essential skills are what engineering leaders need to address the evolving challenges of the future. Here’s what you can expect:
- Hands-On Experience: Participate in practical experiences, collaborative research, and real-world projects.
- Diverse Skillset: Develop expertise in science, communication, critical thinking, and leadership.
- Global Impact: Prepare to address pressing environmental and energy issues on a global scale.
- Career and Graduate Preparation: Enhance your technical abilities and communication skills, setting the stage for successful careers and advanced studies.
Become an advocate for the environment
Gain skills to address environmental challenges affecting land, air, and water systems.
Undergraduate Programs
Our undergraduate programs equip you with the essential skills required to tackle modern-day environmental challenges. With a strong emphasis on sustainability and innovation, you'll have the opportunity to engage in hands-on experiences, collaborative research and real-world projects.
Graduate Program (ESM)
The Master of Science in Environmental Science and Management (ESM) program offers a flexible and personalized education focused on developing innovative solutions to pressing environmental issues. Students may choose a concentration in one of three areas of study.
Dual Degree Programs
Our dual degree programs provide a unique opportunity for undergraduate students to cross academic disciplines, with more efficiency than a traditional double or triple major.
Hear from an Alumna
"My time at Duquesne has been a really great experience. I joined various student organizations and became part of the Duquesne community. And then my research allowed me to become part of a larger community, where I could use my skills to help improve the environment."
Meet Our Faculty
John Stolz, Ph.D.
Director and Professor, Environmental and Energy Engineering
David Kahler, Ph.D.
Associate Professor, Environmental and Energy Engineering
Philip Reeder, Ph.D.
Professor, Environmental and Energy Engineering
Shishir Paudel, Ph.D.
Adjunct Instructor, Environmental and Energy Engineering
Brady Porter, Ph.D.
Professor, Environmental and Energy Engineering
Elizabeth Dakin, Ph.D.
Professor, Environmental and Energy Engineering
Kyle Selcer, Ph.D.
Professor, Environmental and Energy Engineering
Start Here. Go Anywhere.
Research Initiatives
Work alongside faculty members, immersing yourself not only in the fundamentals of scientific research and engineering design, but also in the pursuit of larger scientific goals.
Professional Certificates
Our professional certifications in Environmental Science and Environmental Management offer specialized training and credentials that are recognized by employers, regulatory agencies, and other stakeholders in the environmental industry.
Add a Minor
Our environmental minors are the perfect complement to any undergraduate degree program. Delve deeper into the pressing environmental issues that matter most to you.
From the Director
While we tackle the current environmental issues of climate change, energy, and "forever chemicals," it may be hard to predict what the top environmental priorities will be in the future. One thing is for sure: we at the Department of Environmental and Energy Engineering will continue our commitment to providing the best possible education and opportunities for our students.
Questions? Contact Us!
John Stolz, Ph.D.
