John Atkinson recognized for developing learning opportunities in sustainability

Adapted from UBNow

John Atkinson, Scott and Coleen Stevens Chair in Engineering Sustainability, received the Faculty Award for Sustainability in Higher Education from the University at Buffalo.

Atkinson, who is also an associate professor in the Department of Civil, Structural and Environmental Engineering, serves as the graduate studies director for the Engineering Science MS: Focus on Engineering Sustainability and Environmental Engineering PhD and MS programs. 

He leverages experiential teaching methods in the classroom and continues to spread knowledge through the engineering sustainability master’s program, nurturing the development of students’ potential to not only recognize the planet’s needs, but also allow them to understand the role they can play in creating the future they seek.

He has created innovative learning opportunities through his work in advancing the Costa Rica: Sustainability in Latin America Study Abroad Program.

In addition to his academic and research success, Atkinson not only teaches the importance of sustainability, but models it every day by advancing a low-carbon lifestyle.

Atkinson joined UB in 2014. His research topics include waste management, recycling, plastics and polymers, porous materials, carbon, aerosol science and technology, hazardous materials, environmental engineering and sustainability.