Introduction
At Mesa Community College, sustainability is embedded in our academic programs, campus environment, and community connections. Our students gain the skills to make an impact in a rapidly changing world through hands-on experiences.
You’ll transform ideas into action and curiosity into solutions, whether you're looking for careers in green technology, sustainable habitat management, or the circular economy. You can engage in immersive research projects, vibrant community connections, and the living laboratory that is MCC’s campus.
MCC is a leader in sustainability education and community initiatives. Recognition for our work comes from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Arbor Day Foundation, Environmental Protection Agency, Monarch Watch, National Science Foundation Futures Engines, Arizona State University, The National Wildlife Foundation, and Second Nature.
Featured Initiatives
MCC Arboretum
Explore the MCC Arboretum, where plant species from around the world create a dynamic, living lab for students.
Electric Vehicle Technology
MCC's Automotive Service Program helps students super-charge a future in the Electric Vehicle industry.
Center for Urban Agriculture
Our hub for sustainable agriculture, featuring an organic garden, greenhouse, and vertical farm.
Student Impact
You can connect and make a lasting impact through student clubs, sustainability initiatives, hands-on research, and service learning projects. Build and maintain critical habitats, collaborate with students, faculty and staff on launching campus-wide efforts like recycling, and earn credit while supporting community partners dedicated to environmental and social change.
Academic Programs
Build your sustainability skills and knowledge through our degrees, certificates, individual courses, and research opportunities.
Sustainability Transfer Degree
Specialize in sustainability, environmental science, conservation, or resource management at a university.
Sustainable Horticulture Program
Prepare for careers as gardeners, owners of wholesale or retail nurseries, florists, landscape design and more.
Undergraduate Research
Work with faculty mentors on your own original research projects focused on sustainability topics.