With the continued help and support of the Duke community, our goal is to be the world’s top University program for climate innovation. We invite you to reach out for a conversation or to schedule a tour to see our program in action.
Contact UsDesign Climate collaborates with faculty and programs across Duke University to pursue and enhance funding opportunities from diverse sources. To date, we are proud to have contributed to securing more than $6M—and counting
Since 2023, Design Climate has recorded 193 course enrollments, representing student participation across its offerings, with some students enrolling in more than one semester or course.
Design Climate bridges the gap between university innovation and real-world impact, investing time and resources in ventures long after the semester ends.
Learn about Design Climate's breakout year for student ventures in 2025-26.
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Learn more about how Design Climate is positioned to help Duke achieve its strategic objectives related to Student Experience and the Climate Commitment as part of the Made For This campaign.
'Made for This' Campaign
The Design Climate Program accelerates technology development that advances global sustainability by providing hands-on courses, startup and business-building opportunities, ecosystem connections, and innovation support for faculty and founders.
Whether you’re exploring a new idea, working on a climate-tech project, or just curious about what’s possible—we’d love to hear from you!
