Become an ESW Member

 Explore opportunities to engineer a more sustainable world with ESW. We offer membership for both students and professionals who want to engage in hands-on projects, learn about sustainability, and connect with like-minded folk.

What does it mean to be a part of Engineers for a Sustainable World?

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Download ESW Projects

We publish packets that contain all the information you need to replicate a project in your own community.

Receive Funding

We have awarded thousands of dollars in grants to fund projects ranging from solar charging stations to community gardens.

Connect Globally

Join the ESW Global Slack to connect with ESW members from all over the world.

Mentoring & Support

Whether you are a student looking to start a new project or a professional seeking to start an ESW chapter, we have a dedicated group of volunteers here to support you. 

Additional Perks

✔ Access to members-only guides and resources

 ✔ Collaborate with a network of students focusing on project-based sustainability efforts

✔ Participate in the Build Day program

✔ Participate in the Resilient CommUnity Design Challenge

✔ Gain access to the Clean Energy Federal Credit Union (CECU)

 ✔ Reduced rates on Annual Conference registration

Ways You Can Join

  • Student Membership

    Join a network of over XXX student members to work on sustainability-focused community projects. If your school or university does not have a chapter, start one, or become a member-at-large!

    Register as A Student Member

  • Professional Membership

    Join ESW as a professional member! Whether you’re an ESW alumni looking to give back to your chapters, stay connected with other sustainability-minded professionals, or provide mentorship, there’s an opportunity for you to grow and give back!

    Become a Professional Member

  • Start a New Chapter

    Are you looking to establish a new ESW chapter in your community? That's great! We'll guide you through the process via the link below.

    Click Here

  • Register as Faculty Advisor

    Please register here if you are the acting adviser of a student chapter of ESW. 

    Click Here

Want to do more? Apply to join ESW-HQ!

Volunteer with ESW HQ

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Join the Board of Directors

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Register for Student Membership (existing chapter) < NEEDS REGISTRATION FORM

Good news! ESW members of our affiliated student chapters can register for free through their chapter's annual dues. Registration is simple, fast, and helps us keep track of membership involvement.

Register for Student Membership (at-large) < NEEDS REGISTRATION FORM

Students without an active chapter can register as a member-at-large for $15/year. If you'd like to start a new chapter, we are here to help! See below for more information.

Register for Professional Mentorship

The ESW Mentor Program partners college students with professional engineers to support and guide the next generation of sustainability innovators.

Mentees receive practical advice on professional development and technical sustainability expertise to support their projects, while mentors practice leadership skills, reinforce their own subject knowledge and enjoy the satisfaction of helping aspiring engineers.

Faculty Adviser < NEEDS REGISTRATION FORM

Please register here if you are the acting adviser of a student chapter of ESW. 

Start a New Chapter < NEEDS REGISTRATION FORM

Are you looking to establish a new ESW chapter in your community? That's great! We'll guide you through the process via the link above.