The programs described on this page are samples. We can develop a new custom program on any subject, anywhere in the Western Hemisphere or Europe, including locations in the United States for “study away” programs. We specialize in community-based and culturally-immersive experiences.
Chile: Global Issues in Sustainability
Chile: Global Issues in Sustainability
Students will explore Chile’s diverse ecosystems and sustainable development practices, while gaining insight into the nation’s rich cultural heritage, Indigenous traditions, and innovative approaches to environmental conservation across regions from Santiago to Patagonia.
Program Highlights
Visit Santiago, Valparaíso, and Patagonia to study sustainability across diverse regions
Engage with Indigenous Mapuche communities and learn about traditional ecological knowledge
Meet with government agencies, private industries, and universities on sustainable development
Explore Torres del Paine National Park, Grey Glacier, and Magdalena Island’s penguin colony
Learn about agro-ecological farming, renewable resources, and environmental policy
Experience Chile’s cultural heritage, cuisine, and natural wonders firsthand
Stretching from the Atacama Desert to the glaciers of Patagonia, Chile offers an extraordinary living laboratory for studying sustainability and environmental management. Students will meet with government officials, private industry leaders, and Indigenous Mapuche communities to explore how different sectors address global sustainability challenges. Through site visits, ecological activities, and cross-cultural exchanges, participants will gain a holistic understanding of Chile’s environmental policies, renewable practices, and the delicate balance between economic growth and conservation.
