Graduates of the program will be well prepared to meet the 21st century challenges to their fields. Nearly every aspect of industry, commerce and government is currently being re-evaluated in the context of sustainability. New firms with a sustainability focus are also being formed to address issues in energy, water resources, air quality, land use, waste management, transportation, construction and urban planning. Implementing Mayor Bloomberg’s PlaNYC 2030 will generate demand for hundreds if not thousands of leaders, specialists, managers, and consultants possessing the new skills that will be developed in this program. Program graduates will enjoy advantage in professional settings, including:

• Local, state, and federal governments
• Intergovernmental organizations
• Non-governmental organizations
• Firms that plan, design and construct sustainable buildings, building complexes, and infrastructure for communities, districts, and regions
• Construction companies that build sustainable buildings
• Commerce and Industry
• Consulting firms
• Regulatory agencies
• Sustainable energy technologies
• Research and development
• Education