Voices for Carbon Neutrality
Accelerating the University of Michigan towards carbon neutrality
Voices for Carbon Neutrality (VCN) is a group of University of Michigan faculty, staff, and alumni leaders actively advocating for carbon neutrality at U-M. The mission of VCN is to serve as a catalyst and accelerant to drive U-M toward carbon neutrality.
University of Michigan Climate Week 2025
Mark your calendars for the University of Michigan's inaugural Climate Week! September 27 - October 5, 2025, is dedicated to climate action and sustainability, showcasing a diverse range of campus programming. Click here to see featured events.
Alumni Association Staff Push for Carbon Neutrality at U-M
Alumni Advocacy recently spoke with two of our members, John Mirsky and Kevin Self, and published an article about our work advancing carbon neutrality at the University of Michigan. Click here to read the article!
VCN Member Sara Soderstrom named 2024 Arthur F. Thurnau Professor
Sara Soderstrom, associate professor of environment and sustainability in the University of Michigan School for Environment and Sustainability and director of the Program in the Environment, has recently been named an Arthur F. Thurnau Professor in recognition of her extraordinary contributions to undergraduate education. Sara has mentored over 160 students during her career at UM and is celebrated as an expert on environmental sustainability, inaugurating the Erb Undergraduate Fellows program in 2020. Congratulations, Sara!
Hot Topics for the 25-26 Academic Year:
AI Data Centers
Concern regarding the energy use of AI Data centers
VCN sent a letter to President Grasso and Regents addressing concerns
Read the letter here
Engagement with the President’s office is ongoing
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