Wichita State University Sustainability Research Lab
The sustainability programs at Wichita State University are largely focused on the
important area of industrial or corporate sustainability. This is a unique emphasis
both within Kansas and nationally. Industrial or corporate sustainability balances
long-term growth with responsible stewardship of human, shareholder, and societal
resources. Achieving corporate sustainability is not just about “going green,” but
a combined approach that incorporates
• Business excellence
• Effectiveness of people and ideas
• Technology and innovation
• Environmental improvement
This College of Engineering Initiative is to foster significant research on important sustainability issues, such as achieving benefit from wind energy and helping the aviation industry with its transition to new materials and manufacturing processes.