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In the next five years, we will:

• Be a leading institution in environmental engineering research and innovation, developing and implementing new technologies and methods that protect the environment and promote sustainability. 
• Be a hub for interdisciplinary environmental problem-solving, bringing together experts from a range of fields to tackle the most pressing environmental challenges.

To enable this vision, we will:

• Lead one or more CEAS interdisciplinary research themes in areas involving engineering solutions for adaptation to and mitigation of the changing climate. 
• Lead initiatives that engage with campus-wide institutes, as measured by publications, grant proposals, co-advised students, etc.
• Enhance our global reputation by engaging in collaborations, pursuing visiting fellowships, and hosting scholars.
• Increase research collaborations with the environmental industry, including utilities, regulatory agencies, engineering firms, NGOs, and other partners.

In the next five years, we will:

• Be a top destination for students seeking a rigorous and hands-on education in environmental engineering, providing them with the knowledge and skills they need to make a positive impact in the world.
• Be a model for sustainable and environmentally focused engineering education, inspiring the next generation of environmental engineers and leaders.
• Be a hub to connect alumni and students to enhance lifelong learning and professional skills.

To enable this vision, we will:

• Make PMP more effective by streamlining tracks, improving the administrative structure, adding a graduate laboratory and a class in professional ethics, and developing programs for working professionals.
• Host meetings/workshops of environmental engineering professionals (including an AEESP workshop) to share best practices in education.
• Increase the size of the PhD program to 40 by increasing offers and acceptances.
• Develop forward-looking curriculum that we evaluate on a regular basis with a focus on innovative forward-looking topics including climate/sustainability, ecological engineering, data science, etc.
• Increase the number of students engaging in experiential learning through internships and research experiences.

In the next five years, we will:

• Be a leader in promoting diversity and inclusivity in environmental engineering, creating a welcoming and supportive community for all students, staff, and faculty, regardless of their background or identity. 
• Be a hub for addressing the environmental concerns of local communities and other external constituents.
• Be a model for environmental engineering programs everywhere, demonstrating that diversity and inclusivity are essential for success in the field.

To enable this vision, we will:

• Improve student inclusion (and access to faculty) by organizing educational and social activities that promote the use of space in SEEC.
• Nurture our culture by holding events that celebrate the diversity of the Environmental Engineering Program community.
• Improve the engagement and retention of diverse students by building community within the first-year cohorts at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Implement strategies to support the success and retention of neurodiverse students, staff, and faculty.
• Identify and celebrate the activities of our faculty, staff, and students who address environmental issues in the broader community.