Sustainability Summer Minor and Certificate

Program Overview

The minor and certificate require a minimum of five courses and at least 15 total units of coursework. The program can be completed over one or multiple summers and semesters. Note that while there are no prerequisites, some college level mathematics will be helpful for the quantitative elements in several courses.

The Minor in Sustainability (For UC Berkeley Undergraduates)

If you are a current undergraduate student at UC Berkeley, ERG’s Minor in Sustainability will equip you with the ability to develop big-picture and interdisciplinary solutions, and will open the door to a suite of potential careers and graduate studies.

How to Enroll:

1. Register at summer.berkeley.edu
2. Enroll in courses through Berkeley Summer Sessions to reserve your place
3. Fill out the Intent to Complete Sustainability Minor form

How to Declare:

Students must complete and email the Minor Declaration form to sustainability.minor@berkeley.edu by the Friday of the last day of instruction of the term PRIOR to the expected graduation term. Students who do not choose to complete the minor but wish to take individual ERG summer courses may enroll through CalCentral without completing any of the forms above.

Scholarships:

If you are enrolled in the minor, you may be eligible for a $1,500 scholarship if you:

• Are currently enrolled as a UC Berkeley student
• Complete the academic requirements of the minor
• Receive a grade point average of 2.0 or higher in all courses comprising the minor and complete all courses before graduation
• Complete only one of the program courses during the academic year (Energy and Society or Climate Change Economics)

For more information about program costs, please visit the Berkeley Summer Sessions Fees website.

The Certificate in Sustainability (for Summer-Only Students)

If you are currently working, or a job candidate looking to add value to your education or experience, the Sustainability Certificate is a great way to gain a professional edge. The Certificate provides an opportunity to enjoy a summer in the beautiful San Francisco Bay Area while studying at one of the world’s leading universities in environmental sustainability. Berkeley is known for its authenticity and diversity, scientific exploration, and unrivaled climate of thought leadership that fuels constant innovation.

How to Enroll:

1. Register at summer.berkeley.edu
2. Enroll in courses through Berkeley Summer Sessions to reserve your place
3. Fill out the Intent to Complete Sustainability Certificate form

How to Declare:

Complete and email the Certificate Completion Form to sustainability.minor@berkeley.edu for summer completions. Non-UC Berkeley students who do not choose to complete the certificate but wish to take individual ERG summer courses may enroll through CalCentral without completing any of the forms above.

More Information

Important Dates

Summer registration opens on February 3 for both Berkeley and non-Berkeley students.

Summer 2025 courses can be added until the end of the second week of each session through the Berkeley Summer Sessions website. If instruction has begun and you have no yet been added to the course because you are on a waitlist, it is recommended that you attend lecture while you wait for official enrollment. For cancellation, grading option, and other session deadlines visit the Berkeley Summer Sessions deadlines page.

Curriculum

To view more detailed course descriptions and a curriculum schedule, please click here.

Instructors

For more information about our instructors, please visit the Summer Instructors page.

Frequently Asked Questions

Please visit our Sustainability Minor/Certificate FAQ page or email us at sustainability.minor@berkeley.edu with any additional questions.