Center for Global Sustainability

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Research center at the University of Maryland School of Public Policy. Collaboration & analytics from local to global. Research for climate action, #AmericaIsAllIn, energy innovation, climate finance & resilience, & more.

A birds-eye view of a large ship on blue waters with colorful cargo containers as a tugboat guides the ship. Above the boat is the text, "Clean energy technologies are offering countries a strategy to address energy security and affordability concerns."
A birds-eye view of a cargo ship with colorful cargo crates on a blue ocean with a small tug boat guiding the ship. In white text, "Center for Global Sustainability; Accelerating the Transition Away from Fossil Fuels in Response to the Global Energy Crisis with the Strait of Hormuz Closure."
A skyline view of three urban areas with the text, "Tracking and Assessing Cities' SDG Progress and Pathways to Greater Ambition: The Cases of London, New York City, and Shanghai."
A photo of a historic building with cherry blossoms and the text, "We're Hiring! Post-Doctoral Associate; Apply at: cgs.umd.edu/about/jobs".
A green field with white metal tubes with the text, "Waste methane mitigation can deliver co-benefits: Energy Recovery; Pollution Reduction; Resource Recycling; Improved Waste Management."
An aerial view of a wastewater treatment facility with the text, "Effective methane mitigation in China's waste sector requires co-beneficial and localized strategies."
A journal article in Progress in Energy titled, "Decision informative and policy relevant scenario modeling for energy sector in sub-Saharan Africa."
An upward view at green plants with stocky stems and the text, "Indonesia's new policies to achieve sugar self-sufficiency and develop bioethanol production may put its climate commitments in jeopardy. The Center for Global Sustainability shows how."
A field of sugarcane on a day with blue skies and the text, "560,219 ha of forested land is at risk of being converted into sugarcane plantations. A Center for Global Sustainability analysis identifies deforestation hotspots and areas facing high risk of future deforestation due to Indonesia's National Strategic Project in Merauke."
A journal article with the title, "Decision informative and policy relevant scenario modeling for energy sector in sub-Saharan Africa."
A journal article in Nature Reviews Clean Energy titled, "Impacts of the Inflation Reduction Act and One Big Beautiful Bill Act on the US Energy system."
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Green agricultural land surrounded by forests. A text overlay reads, "Business permitting reforms in Indonesia may pose new deforestation risks. A Center for Global Sustainability analysis finds the policies will impact community and individual land owners, as well as those hoping to protect forests."
A photo of a man overlayed on a photo of a modern building. The following text is on the bottom of the graphic: "CGS Research Seminar: International Climate Diplomacy in a Time of Change: A Fireside Chat; Todd Stern, Former U.S. Special Envoy for Climate Change; April 21, 2026."
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A photo of a historic building with cherry blossoms and the text, "We're Hiring! Summer Research Assistant(s); Apply at: cgs.umd.edu/about/jobs".
Agricultural fields with the text "How will updated business policies impact Indonesia? Streamlined oversight and development of land-related projects; Easier processes for high-risk projects related to forestry, increasing risk of deforestation; New obstacles for individuals and communities to procure land."
A large parking lot of electric vehicles with the text, "Most of China's provinces and cities are on track to meet or exceed New Energy Vehicle targets. The Center for Global Sustainability's analysis tracks successes and challenges."
An EV vehicle plugged into a charging station with the text, "Indonesia is accelerating its push for solar-powered electric vehicles. The Center for Global Sustainability's nickel smelter resources offer valuable insights into critical mineral processing necessary for the transition."
A slide with the Center for Global Sustainability logo at the top and the title, "The energy transition in the United States: The past 15 years and current situation" with the following descriptors: "Prof. Nate Hultman; Founder and Director, Center for Global Sustainability; University of Maryland; REVision Conference; March 11, 2026." To the right of the slide is a man in formal attire speaking into a microphone with the name plate, "Nathan Hultman; University of Maryland."
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A photo of a man overlayed on a photo of a modern building. The following text is on the bottom of the graphic: "Climate Change and Society in the News: A Fireside Chat; Scott Dance, Climate Change Correspondent, New York Times; April 2, 2026."
A photo of a historic building with cherry blossoms and the text, "We're Hiring! Summer Research Assistant(s); Apply at: cgs.umd.edu/about/jobs".
Wind turbines on a green mountain with cloudy skies alongside the text, "China's progress toward the clean energy transition and decarbonization goals differs across provinces. The Center for Global Sustainability's report shows how."
A figure showing that the U.S. will need to increase its clean electricity and renewable electricity share to achieve enhanced ambition climate scenarios. Above it, the text, "The U.S. can meet rising electricity demands and tackle energy prices with renewable sources. Increased climate ambition, including the buildout of renewable sources, can help the U.S. meet rising electricity demands and increasing energy costs while reducing reliance on fossil fuels."
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An aerial view of a mining site surrounded by mountainous forests and water. On the left side, the text, "Indonesia is shifting its nickel strategy. Center for Global Sustainability's dataset and policy brief offer comprehensive and verified data that offer insights into key trends from 106 nickel smelter sites."
A wind turbine on a green mountain with the text, "China's provinces need tailored targets and strategies to support a more efficient, nationwide decarbonization process. Center for Global Sustainability's analysis offers additional strategies to support decarbonization in China's new 15th Five-Year Plan."
A commentary in One Earth titled, "Responsibility for emissions and mitigation capability should guide use of carbon removal offsets".
A research article in Energy Research & Social Science titled, "Advancing equity in electric vehicle infrastructure: Assessing charging accessibility under the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) program".
Wind turbines on a green mountain with cloudy skies alongside the text, "China's progress toward the clean energy transition and decarbonization goals differs across provinces. The Center for Global Sustainability's report shows how."
A research article in Energy Research & Social Science titled, "Advancing equity in electric vehicle infrastructure: Assessing charging accessibility under the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) program".
Agricultural fields with the text "How will updated business policies impact Indonesia? Streamlined oversight and development of land-related projects; Easier processes for high-risk projects related to forestry, increasing risk of deforestation; New obstacles for individuals and communities to procure land."
An aerial view of a mining site surrounded by mountainous forests and water. On the left side, the text, "Indonesia is shifting its nickel strategy. Center for Global Sustainability's dataset and policy brief offer comprehensive and verified data that offer insights into key trends from 106 nickel smelter sites."
An aerial view of a city with skyscrapers by water with the text, "States and cities can help the U.S. achieve a 56% reduction in greenhouse gases by 2035. A Center for Global Sustainability and America Is All In reports shows how."
Green agricultural land surrounded by forests. A text overlay reads, "Business permitting reforms in Indonesia may pose new deforestation risks. A Center for Global Sustainability analysis finds the policies will impact community and individual land owners, as well as those hoping to protect forests."
A wind turbine with the text, "Subnational actors can help Mexico reach its climate goals."
Agricultural fields and a forest with a volcano in the background alongside the text, "Indonesia's business permitting reforms may accelerate high-risk projects. A Center for Global Sustainability analysis shows how."
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The text, "Research finds enhanced subnational action and a reengaged federal government can cut U.S. greenhouse gas emissions by up to 56% by 2035" with a figure showing different pathways for greenhouse gas emissions reductions.
Infographic titled "Key Mitigation Strategies to Achieve a 46-49% reduction in Indonesia's GHG Emission by 2035 Include:" with images of renewable energy, trees, a recycling symbol, and factory icons alongside the text, "Accelerating solar and wind buildout; Bolstering reforestation and rehabilitation targets; Improving municipal solid waste (MSW) management; Higher emission standards for key industries (i.e. mining)".
An aerial view of a mining site surrounded by mountainous forests and water. On the left side, the text, "Indonesia is shifting its nickel strategy. Center for Global Sustainability's new dataset and policy brief offer comprehensive and verified data that offer insights into key trends from 106 nickel smelter sites."
A large parking lot of electric vehicles with the text, "Most of China's provinces and cities are on track to meet or exceed New Energy Vehicle targets. The Center for Global Sustainability's analysis tracks successes and challenges."
A city experiencing strong smog with a skyline alongside text that reads, "Federal clean energy rollbacks impact the health of communities across the United States. In 2035, rollbacks will contribute to 22,800 additional deaths annually compared to current policies and 10% higher annual PM2.5 concentration compared to current policies."
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Electric heavy duty vehicles with the text, "Maryland must implement regulations in line with the Advanced Clean Trucks Act. A report, co-authored by The Center for Global Sustainability, shows how the state can do so."
An outline of the U.S. with the text, "Key policy levers to deliver up to 56% GHG emissions reductions by 2035 in the U.S.: Accelerated buildout of renewable energy; Implementing electric vehicle (EV) tax credits; Removing barriers for near-term clean energy deployment; Bans on routine flaring and venting; Adoption of zero-emission appliance and construction standards paired with more ambitious efficiency standards."
An outline of China with the text, "How has China's New Energy Vehicle transition developed from 2021-2025?" along with corresponding icons and the text, "New Energy Vehicle (NEV) markets have expanded rapidly despite phase out of purchase subsidies; Regional variation in NEV adoption progress exists, but most provinces and cities are on track to meet NEV goals; China has built the world's largest public charging network but is mostly concentrated in eastern cities."
An aerial view of a mining site surrounded by mountainous forests and water. On the left side, the text, "Indonesia is shifting its nickel strategy. Center for Global Sustainability's new dataset and policy brief offer comprehensive and verified data that offer insights into key trends from 106 nickel smelter sites."
A blue lake surrounded by snow-capped mountains and trees with the text, "Canada's new economic and policy changes will impact the country's climate future. The Center for Global Sustainability's modeling shows how."
An aerial view of Korea with the text, "Korea can achieve 60% emissions reductions by 2035. A CGS, KAIST, and SNU analysis offers key action items to inform a high-ambition climate pathway."
A large parking lot of electric vehicles with the text, "Most of China's provinces and cities are on track to meet or exceed New Energy Vehicle targets. The Center for Global Sustainability's analysis tracks successes and challenges."
Black text over a transparent white box that reads, "Explore a first-of-its-kind database tracking Indonesia's Nickel Smelters; Access data relating to operation status, facility ownership, metal processing output, facility location, and energy sources."
A long hallway in a data center with the text, "Data centers are changing electricity demand in the United States; 8-15% of U.S. electricity demand is projected to come from data centers in 2035."