Engaged research for a sustainable future
Research knowledge for a more sustainable world
Collaborative connections
Research Challenges
The Sustainability Institute uses a global challenge-based approach to respond to, and find research solutions for, the three core environmental challenges of Climate Action, Circular Economy, and Healthy Environment.
Scientific Excellence
The Sustainability Institute at UCC brings together over 400 researchers from 20 different academic disciplines and 4 research centres.
We use our core expertise in Marine, Energy, Environment, Materials and Agri-Food research, working in a transdisciplinary approach, to address the global sustainability challenges of Climate Action, Circular Economy and Healthy Environment.
research staff across 23 schools
multidisciplinary PhDs
collaborating countries across industry, academia and government
industry collaborations including start-ups, SMEs and large enterprises
Stories of Impact
Ellen Hutchins Building Labs Recognised for Sustainability Leadership
Celebrate the Ellen Hutchins Festival with Family-Friendly Nature Activities in Bantry Bay
Ancient Reptile Discovery Rewrites the Evolutionary Origins of Feathers
