Sustainability

A Ugandan farmer examines her plantain crop. UConn researchers have found problems in the country's food supply chain are likely caused by mismanagement or poor infrastructure. (Photo by In Pictures Ltd./Corbis via Getty Images)

Mismanagment, Not Tampering, at Root of Supply Problems for Ugandan Farmers

Two UConn researchers have discovered that mismanagement, rather than tampering, is to blame for problems in the Ugandan food supply chain.

A dead coral reef in the Maldives, the result of climbing global temperatures.

Climate Change Could Cause Sudden Biodiversity Losses Worldwide

A new study finds that biodiversity losses from climate change could occur suddenly across the globe.

UConn Students Participate in Global Climate Change Forum

A video documents how the 2019 UN forum on climate changed has influenced UConn students.

UConn Joins National Teaching Effort to ‘Solve Climate By 2030’

UConn will participate in a nationwide online education effort April 7 to help teachers design classes around climate issues.

Gingermania! UConn Now Home to Major Collection of Ginger Relatives

Gingermania is running at wild at UConn, thanks to an enormous donation of plant species by a Smithsonian scientist.

An underwater photo of a coral reef.

UConn Research Shows Microplastics Are Damaging to Coral Ecosystems

A UConn researcher says microplastics present a significant threat to the health of coral reefs.

A sailboat in Long Island Sound at sunset

Understanding Long Island Sound’s ‘Dead Zones’

A new study by UConn researchers offers valuable insight into the summertime "dead zones" of Long Island Sound.

A male and female bluebird at a wooden birdhouse.

Feeding Bluebirds Helps Fend Off Parasites

Feeding the bluebirds in your yard doesn't only ensure a colorful avian display outside your window - it can also help baby birds fend off blood-sucking parasites.

Road sign indicating a hurricane warning

Report Emphasizes Importance of Communication in Climate Change Resilience

Effective communication is essential for community resilience in the face of the effects of climate change, a new study finds.

wetland at uconn

UConn Ranked No. 11 in Sustainability University Rankings

UConn is just one of two United States institutions to be ranked in top 20.