Master’s in Climate, Energy, and Environmental Sustainability Program Overview
Climate change presents a key existential threat of our time, and creating a balance of human and natural ecosystems is critical. Skilled leaders of change must create the environmental systems and technologies to limit the threats posed by climate change. The new MS in Climate, Energy, and Environmental Sustainability is designed to advance the knowledge of these aspiring leaders with a focus on the interdisciplinary nature of climate, energy generation and use, and sustainability. The curriculum also leverages the depth and influence of Johns Hopkins interdisciplinary research, advances in public health, and transformative engineering.
With bold new approaches to the discipline infused in the program, we help students understand the impact of human activities, systems, and processes on the environment—and how to build solutions with these factors in mind. Students learn the important strategies required to sustain the climate and environment while meeting the energy needs of today and beyond. As a student, you will be guided through a mix of refined courses led by senior-level research faculty, including courses such as Environmental Justice; Climate, Health Equity, Energy and the Environment; and Designing for Sustainability.
Master’s in Climate, Energy, and Environmental Sustainability Student Outcomes
As a graduate of the Master’s in Climate, Energy, and Environmental Sustainability, you will be able to:
- Understand the foundations of sustainability and its impact on environmental, economic, and social systems.
- Direct the development of solutions to problems affecting climate, energy use and availability, and their impact on environmental sustainability.
- Explore the interdisciplinary aspects of environmental sustainability in science, public health, and society.
- Design and implement rigorous and strategic solutions to global environmental, energy, social, and economic challenges.
- Lead or advance public and private sector activities related to energy, sustainability, and climate change planning and management, relating to mitigation and adaptation measures.
Programs
The Master's of Science in Climate, Energy, and Environmental Sustainability can be earned completely online, or you can take courses onsite at the Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab in Laurel, Maryland.
Climate, Energy, and Environmental Sustainability
Each course in the Climate, Energy, and Environmental Sustainability program is taught by skilled experts who use their concepts they teach in their research and careers every day. Explore all online courses, find course requirements, prerequisites, and elected information. For exact dates, times, locations, fees, and instructors, please refer to the course schedule published each term.
Program Contacts
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Hedy Alavi
Program Chair Climate, Energy, and Environmental Sustainability, Program Chair Environmental Engineering, Program Chair Environmental Engineering and Science, Program Chair Environmental Planning and Management
Email:alavi@jhu.edu
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Christopher Overcash
Program Manager Climate, Energy, and Environmental Sustainability, Program Manager Environmental Engineering, Program Manager Environmental Engineering and Science, Program Manager Environmental Planning and Management
Email:coverca1@jhu.edu
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Email:hayley.beach@jhuapl.edu
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Email:meghan.stewart@jhu.edu
Tuition and Fees
Did you know that 78% of our enrolled students’ tuition is covered by employer contribution programs? Find out more about the cost of tuition for prerequisite and program courses and the Dean’s Fellowship.
Why Hopkins?
When ambition meets opportunity, anything is possible. Earn your degree on your terms at Johns Hopkins Engineering for Professionals.
Expert Faculty - Study with faculty who are practicing scientists and notable professionals with corporations and government entities, including the Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab, NASA, Raytheon, and the U.S. Department of Defense. Exceptional one-on-one mentoring sets you on a course to be a confident, knowledgeable leader. Learn More
Educating Working Professionals Online for 18+ Years - Online courses at Johns Hopkins Engineering for Professionals puts you in control—giving you must-have options to learn at your pace and the flexibility you need to balance work, family, and life, while advancing your career. Learn More
Network and Connect - Your knowledge is stronger with a network. In the applied and computational mathematics program, you will make career-advancing connections with accomplished scientists and engineers who represent a variety of disciplines across many industries. Learn More
Academic Calendar
Find out when registration opens, classes start, transcript deadlines and more. Applications are accepted year-round, so you can apply any time.
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Climate, Energy and Sustainability FAQ's
A: Thanks to the interdisciplinary nature of our Climate, Energy, and Environmental Sustainability program, our graduates have gone on to enjoy careers in both the public and private sectors as leaders in energy, sustainability, and climate change planning and management. Additionally, throughout your time with JHU EP and beyond, you’ll enjoy full access to our world-class professional development tools and resources.
A: Professionals with master’s degrees typically earn more than their bachelor’s degree counterparts, sometimes more than twice as much. This is in addition to the expanded training and networking opportunities you’ll find in a master’s degree program.
A: If your prior education does not include the prerequisite courses, you may enroll under provisional status, followed by full admission once you have completed the missing courses. Those courses may be completed with Johns Hopkins Engineering or, with approval, at another regionally accredited institution.
Mid-career managers and senior professionals often command $90,000–$160,000+. Private sector roles (consulting, finance, manufacturing) tend to pay higher than nonprofits or government.
Source: Research.com
A: A certificate can be earned in 4 courses, and the credits can be applied toward a future master’s degree. For those who already have a master’s degree in climate, energy, and environmental sustainability or a closely related field, a post-master’s certificate can broaden your expertise.