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Dr. Martin Dovciak Receives NSF Mid-Career Advancement Award
12/07

The SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry (ESF), one of the nation's premier colleges focused exclusively on the study of the environment, developing renewable technologies, and building a sustainable future, is proud to announce that Dr. Martin Dovciak received a Mid-Career Advancement Award (MCA) from the National Science Foundation

Mighty Oak Monday: Savannah Wright
12/05

Savannah Wright is building a solid foundation for her future and demonstrating her ability as a leader. Her motivation and passion for making a difference are unmistakable—Savannah is a strong example of how ESF students seek to improve their world.

Mighty Oak Monday: Ashley Carter
11/28

Growing up in a home surrounded by acres of white ash trees, Ashley Carter saw firsthand the effects of the emerald ash borer on the native species. Feeling disheartened by the decimation, she ultimately chose a path to help diminish damage to the forest—and her leadership earned her a national award.

ESF’s Office of Research Programs Receives Partnership Excellence Award
11/21

The Office of Research Programs (ORP) of the SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry (ESF), the most distinguished institution in the nation that focuses on the study of the environment, received the 2022 Partnership Excellence Award during the SUNY Research Symposium in Albany.

Alumni Spotlight: Bob Florence ’82
11/17

Bob Florence didn't know it at the time, but his years spent studying and working in chemistry prepared him for his most rewarding role yet, as founder and owner of Moromi, one the few American-made soy sauces crafted from all local ingredients.

Mighty Oak Monday: Abishek Poudel
11/14

Not just anyone can fly a drone in the forest, but Abishek Poudel revels in the birds-eye views he captures for the purpose of environmental science. The technology helps him locate and then measure—with more than 90% accuracy—each tree within a specific location. This information is critical to helping restore forests.

Stanford’s List of World’s Top-Cited Scientists includes 34 from ESF
11/14

Nearly three dozen scientists from the SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry (ESF) — the most distinguished institution in the nation that focuses on the study of the environment — are among the world's top 2% most cited, according to a Stanford University study.

ESF Cross Country Teams Repeat As National Champs
11/11

The SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry (ESF) Mighty Oaks women's and men's cross-country teams won the United States Collegiate Athletic Association's (USCAA) national championship in Virginia Beach today, Nov. 11. This is the second time both teams have secured national championships in the same year.

ESF President Joanie Mahoney Honored for Sustainability in the Built Environment
11/09

The SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry (ESF), the most distinguished institution in the nation that focuses on the study of the environment, is honored to announce President Joanie Mahoney is this year's recipient of the prestigious Kevin P. Stack Award for Sustainability by the United States Green Building Council (USGBC).

Mighty Oak Monday: Daniel Ricci
11/07

When Daniel Ricci learned how pollution affects people, it made him angry that people weren't taking better care of our planet. He didn't let that knowledge go to waste – instead, he used it to power a mission to make change. Daniel and his friends founded a local nonprofit compost organization s to fill gaps in his own community.