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Initiatives

The School of Environmental Sustainability highlights three major initiatives engaging our students in real, hands-on sustainability work.

Image of pipes and a hand pulling a lever in the biodiesel lab.

Biodiesel Program

Our biodiesel program converts used vegetable oil into fuel and other products, with the long-term goal of reducing waste, conserving resources, and combating climate change. 

Read about our Searle Biodiesel Lab
Students in the Food Recovery Networking carrying a tray of food

Food Equity Program

Loyola’s Food Equity Program engages students in reducing food waste and combating food insecurity in Chicago.

Read how we are advancing food equity
Student kneeling behind tomato plants

Urban Agriculture

Our Urban Agriculture program offers students hands-on experience building sustainable, equitable, and resilient food systems.

Read how we are developing food systems leaders

Consider a degree in sustainability

See how our undergraduate degrees and graduate degree can prepare you for an impactful sustainability career in a variety of sectors.