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We are dedicated to advancing the knowledge and practice of Industrial Ecology based on inter-disciplinary and quantitative approaches.
Core research areas include:
Our research emphasizes quantitative approaches that utilize variety of analytical platforms such as Matlab, ArcGIS and GAMS. Our research team embraces various disciplines including engineering, economics, social science, natural resources science and management science.
We are working with various partners domestically and also internationally. Here is a selection of our research partners.

IEL members participated in the invited poster session on February 19, 2008 at Xcel Energy, and had great interaction with audiences (see more photos...).
Seminar "Water Resource Implications of Minnesota's Biofuel Development" on April 10th was a big success...(read more)
We are pleased to introduce our new members: Amy, Ryan, Brian, Melissa, and Kelsey to everyone. Follow the updates of the lab directory by checking the People.
We are receiving applications for M.S. and Ph.D. programs. Please contact Dr. Sangwon Suh for details.