Joel Hartter
- Professor
- ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES
Education
- PhD in Geography from the University of Florida
- MS in Forest Engineering from Oregon State University
- BS in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Michigan
- BS in German from the University of Michigan
Research and practice interests
- Private sector engagement in sustainability and responsible business
- Net Zero and low carbon strategy
- Bioeconomy strategy and implementation
- Sustainable supply chains
- Workforce development & organizational change
Biography
Joel Hartter is a Professor in the Department of Environmental Studies at the University of Colorado. Between 2014 and 2023 he was the founding Director of two professional graduate programs: Masters of the Environment and Outdoor Recreation Economy. Joel is an international expert in sustainability and responsible business, with more than two decades of global experience. His diverse career spans work across the public, private, and non-profit sectors. He has worked with dozens of organizations and industry leaders to embed sustainability within brands, and leverage sustainability to create strategic growth opportunities, manage and mitigate risk, create business value, and brand distinction. Joel’s expertise is in human-centered strategy, behavioral change, stakeholder engagement, sustainability strategy and implementation, partnership building, and leading change.
A Note to Prospective Graduate Students
A Note to Prospective Graduate Students
Dr. Hartter is always open to hearing from prospective graduate students who would like to work with him. If you are interested in pursuing an MS or PhD with Dr. Hartter, please email him with your resume and an email outlining your professional and academic background and your research interests. Please note that Dr. Hartter does not have any dedicated research funding to support new students.