Faculty Research

Matthias Ruth

What are the effects of climate change on cities? Will rising temperatures create demand for cooling that, in turn, leads to emissions and exacerbates urban heat island effects? Will the resultant urban air quality change mortality and morbidity rates? If so, which segments of the population will be most affected and where do they tend to live? More.

Current Student Spotlight

Name: Sebastian Smoot
Undergrad: University of Maryland, BS Civil Engineering
Focus Area: Env Policy and Int'l Development (2nd Year)

After obtaining my degree in environmental and civil engineering, I applied to the MEPP program to supplement my technical background with coursework in international development, public health, and environmental policy. More.

MEPP International Exchange Programs

PUAF 689M Decision Modeling

Students from the University of Maryland participated in a collaborative course with German students from the Technical University of Berlin. In addition to traditional coursework in Berlin, the joint group participated in excursions to Jänschwalde power plant, Wendefurth and Rappbode dams, and Wienrode water treatment plant. More.

For more info refer to the course flyer.