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Sustainability

Kogod's faculty knows sustainability.

The Kogod School of Business is committed to promoting sustainable initiatives in every aspect of business, and our faculty contribute to that mission through their research and expertise. Kogod professors are experts in how sustainability ties into management, finance, and technology - just to name a few. Tackling the questions of climate change and environmental consciousness are more critical than ever, and Kogod's world-class faculty is poised to help develop our understanding of how to foster a more sustainable business world.

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November 5, 2025
Can ESG Transparency Boost Financial Reporting Efficiency?

Kogod School of Business professors Dina El Mahdy, Christina Synn, Yinqi Zhang, and another...

November 5, 2025
Unlocking Climate Impact Through Sustainable Procurement

Kogod School of Business professor of sustainability Nicole Darnall explores how purchasing...

September 23, 2025
Leveraging AI for Sustainable Public Procurement: Opportunities and Challenges

Professor Darnall's co-authored paper was published in Frontiers in Sustainability.

September 23, 2025
How Stakeholder Influence Shapes Public Sector Environmental Policy Choices

Professor Darnall's co-authored piece was published in Elsevier’s Journal of Cleaner Production.

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July 24, 2025
Sustainability Initiatives in Washington, DC, That Are Driving Local Business Growth

The Kogod School of Business at American University is at the forefront of advancing sustainable...

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July 23, 2025
The Case for Researching Climate Change Adaptation

Kogod School of Business professor Garima Sharma presents her research on climate change mitigation...