About the Environmental Management & Business Institute
Empowering sustainability
We'll leverage the power of science, policy, business and people.
The Environmental Management and Business Institute (EMBI) is UW-Green Bay's answer to a changing world. Since the Institute's founding in 2008, we've been dedicated to helping businesses, organizations and students find practical solutions to environmental challenges. By bringing together science, policy, business and the people affected, we build effective strategies that target local, regional and global environmental problems.
Partnerships
EMBI works closely with partners, tailoring services to meet specific needs and challenges.
Research
EMBI's access to UW-Green Bay's research capabilities allows us to stay at the forefront of sustainability science and innovation.
Scholarships
EMBI scholarships helps bright minds work with regional partners to improve sustainability.
EMBI's Strengths
By combining these unique strengths, EMBI is well-positioned to make a significant impact on sustainability. We offer a comprehensive, practical and effective approach to help your business or organization become more sustainable while achieving your own goals.
Eco-U® Legacy
UW-Green Bay has a long history of environmental leadership, earning the nickname "Eco U®" long before sustainability became mainstream. This deep-rooted commitment to environmental issues gives EMBI credibility and access to a wealth of knowledge and experience.
Student Power
EMBI incorporates student interns into their projects. This brings fresh ideas, energy and the latest academic knowledge to the table. Students are often passionate about sustainability and eager to contribute, injecting innovation and a future-focused perspective.
Strong Network
Benefiting from UW-Green Bay's extensive alumni network, EMBI connects businesses with seasoned advisors and potential partners. The annual Earth Caretaker Award celebrates exceptional alumni contributions to sustainability.
Integrative Approach
EMBI doesn't just focus on science or policy alone. They combine expertise in science, business and policy to develop practical and effective solutions. This holistic approach ensures that environmental solutions are not only effective, but also financially sound and implementable within a business context.
Prime Location
The greater Green Bay Area and Northeast Wisconsin is home to major food industry, paper manufacturing and healthcare systems. Wisconsin's precious natural resources make it possible to leverage clean energy and renewable resources. That makes our region uniquely positioned to take advantage of recycling markets and alternative energies.
Custom Solutions
EMBI doesn't simply offer one-size-fits-all solutions. They work closely with businesses and organizations as partners, tailoring their services to meet specific needs and challenges. This collaborative approach fosters trust and ensures that solutions are truly effective in the long run.
Climate Change Costs
Our changing climate has a tremendous economic impact on our state. But there's hope, if we take action.
$391 Million per Day
Damage from the global climate crisis has amounted to $143 billion per year (or $391 million per day) from 2000 to 2019, according to a study published in Nature Communications.
Wisconsin's Climate
Extreme events in nearly every region of Wisconsin are causing immense disruptions and impacting health, economy and natural resources.
Greenhouse Gas
Without a large reduction in greenhouse gas emissions, we will see even bigger impacts to people, businesses, industry, tourism and natural resources in Wisconsin.
Connect to the 'Real World'
"EMBI was my connection to the 'real world' while I was at UWGB. Classes are wonderful and you learn so much in them, but the real challenge is learning to apply what you have learned. EMBI connects students with the business world."
Jacob Eggert '12 & '14
Owner - Mischief & Magic
Bachelor's Degree in Interdisciplinary Studies | Master's Degree in Environmental Science & Policy
Have Questions?
Want to learn more about how you can harness student power through internships, form a strategic partnership with us or anything else about EMBI? Just reach out.