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Paducah Gaseous Diffusion Plant Virtual Museum Now Available

The museum focuses on the U.S. Department of Energy’s Paducah Gaseous Diffusion Plant and was developed in collaboration with the Center for Applied Energy Research’s Kentucky Research Consortium for Energy and Environment.

Kentucky, Florida Put Aside Rivalry to Rally Around Love of Growing Plants

Athletic rivalries aside, the two land-grant universities share a common goalpost: preparing students for engaging careers in agriculture, food production and natural resources.

UK-led Study Reveals Dramatic Impact of Climate Change in the Sierra Nevada

A new study led by UK researchers reveals just how dramatically climate change has impacted aquatic ecosystems in the Sierra Nevada, and calls for action to protect them.

New UK Program Offers Opportunities to Learn About State’s Natural Resources

The University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension-led program will include 15 classes aimed at making its participants stewards of the state’s natural resources.  

UK Engineering at Paducah Collaboration Aims to Reduce Plastic, Produce Safe, Inexpensive Cooking Fuel

Jeffrey Seay has collaborated with global partners for the purpose of finding new ways to convert harmful waste into fuel for everyday use.

UK's Messer Studying Low-cost Water Treatment Options With NSF Award

A five-year project improving cost-effective wetland treatment systems for rural communities and low-income areas is the subject of a prestigious National Science Foundation Faculty Early Career Development award for Tiffany Messer, Ph.D.

UK and Arq Partner to Build a More Sustainable Future

A public-private research collaboration between the University of Kentucky Department of Horticulture and London-based Arq is working to create a sustainable future for Kentucky and the planet.

CAER Grant Uses Acoustic Technology to Reduce CO2 Capture Cost

The project will build upon the Center for Applied Energy Research’s world-renowned carbon dioxide capture research.

UK Expands Vision of Sustainability Through ‘WholeSum’

UK Sustainability and UK Recycling, alongside the UK Center for Applied Energy Research (CAER), are launching WholeSum — a hub for news, information and discussions on sustainability issues for students, faculty, staff and the community.

Applications for the UK Sustainability Challenge Grant Program Now Being Accepted

Total project funds available are expected to be $200,000 with individual projects eligible to receive up to $50,000. This year, program leaders are encouraging proposals that intersect with challenges that have emerged during the pandemic and/or those related to the diversity, equity and inclusion efforts.

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