The GREEN Program
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The GREEN Program is a program provider offering 7 abroad programs. Programs offered include Study Abroad, Gap Year, Research, and Online Program abroad programs in 5 countries such as Nepal, Iceland, Peru, and Belize.
The GREEN Program (TGP) is an award-winning, experiential education program focused on our world’s most pressing issues in sustainable development. Our mission is to educate and empower future sustainability leaders through innovative models of experiential education, travel, and adventure. Since 2009, we have traveled with more than 3,300 interdisciplinary student leaders and young professionals from 400+ universities and 70 countries around the world.
By using the world as our classroom, our model expertly balances sustainability-focused course work, exclusive industry exposure, and bucket-list adventures in just 10 days. Inspired by the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals, we specialize in providing exclusive access to leading industry facilities, from Iceland’s largest Geothermal Facility to Fukushima’s Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant.
Our programs provide hands-on, global experiences at the fraction of the time and cost of traditional study abroad. We challenge our cohorts to solve real-world sustainability challenges in the form of innovative business solutions. Beyond our program experience, we are one of the only program providers to offer leadership development and resume-boosting opportunities after students return home. In fact, 95% of TGP alumni stay engaged in sustainability efforts and have gone on to work for forward-thinking companies such as NASA, Tesla, National Geographic, SpaceX, the Environmental Defense Fund, NREL, and more.
Study Abroad with The GREEN Program
"I really learned how to be independent by traveling to Iceland on my own. I camped and snorkeled for the first time while on this trip. But even more importantly, I loved experiencing the ten days with awesome and passionate people. "
Katie Y Pennsylvania State University - University Park / Penn State
"The experience was beyond worthwhile. I learned so much about a new culture, new people and about myself. I learned not to give up on my sustainability driven career goals. I learned the importance of working with others and what can be accomplished with driven people and a common goal. I also learned that Iceland is absolutely,..."
Morgan G Baylor University
"I learned so much in such a short amount of time. I now have plans to go back to Iceland to pursue my Master's Degree, which is something I would never have done if not for this experience. Iceland is an amazing country with amazing people and I can't wait to go back! I've also gained a new sense of adventure that will hopefully..."
Kara P North Carolina State University / NC State
"Jumping into my first experience abroad in Iceland really exceeded all the expectations I previously had. I learned the cold isn't really that bad, the best places in the world are the ones I have yet to explore, my ideas of alternative energy are more broad that I know, and friendships built out of curiosity and common goals wi..."
Christina B Florida State University
"This program was worth every penny and every second. Not only did I learn in-depth information about sustainable energy in the classroom, but I was able to receive the once in a lifetime opportunity to tour multiple varieties of power plants across Iceland. And to go further past just the education, what I gained from experienc..."
Erin D Rutgers University - New Brunswick
"Sustainable energy, Icelandic culture, team work, community building, how to be a better person and live life more fully! Absolutely worthwhile :)"
Erin G Pennsylvania State University - University Park / Penn State
"Not only did I learn about the general science behind renewable energy and sustainability, I also learned about energy economics and the history of Iceland and it's energy practices. But what trumps even that was the level of self-awareness, earth-awareness, and people-awareness that I reached while spending 10 days exploring, l..."
Max T Florida Atlantic University
"A new international perspective, more insight into sustainability and renewable energy, fantastic educational experience from very passionate Peruvian professors.The program lodged us in the nicest places and fed us the best food. I met some incredible people in the area. 10/10 experience, absolutely worthwhile."
Zachariah R University of Oregon
"I learned a lot about who I am as a person, as well as what I want to do with my life moving forward. It was certainly worthwhile. The Capstone Project proved to be the most rewarding aspect of the trip for me, but I also relished every moment I spent outside hiking, watching the sun set at midnight, or running against 50 mph wi..."
Matt C Yale University
"I learned that if you have the passion, you can make your ideas real. It was one of the most worthwhile things I've ever done."
Rebecca S University of Louisville
"I gained skills in communication, teamwork and leadership. I was exposed to the environmental and social issues facing a new culture, and learned practices to improve the quality of life there. Finally, I gained a more humble perspective of life in the United States. Each of these were worthwhile, and I couldn't have asked for a..."
Katie P University of Louisville
"I gained the knowledge and experience of a career related to sustainability and renewable energy, which is very unique to this program. As a geologist, I have a variety of fields I could potentially go into. I was interested in what the renewable energy industry has, but I have never had the opportunity to take classes or work..."
A student Colorado School of Mines
"The program helped me learn a lot about myself and helped me gain some perspective. It was totally worth while, it was one of the best experiences of my life and I recommend it to anyone"
Kyle M Drexel University
"In these 10 days I absolutely discovered who I was and what I wanted out of life. I grew immensely as a person, making life long friends along the way. Diving right into a new country and culture can seem daunting, but what new experiences like this teach you is that there is SO much more out there then you can begin to imagine,..."
Kayla P University of North Carolina - Charlotte
"I learned a lot about myself as a person, I was pushed to my limit and encouraged to step out of my comfort zone. I learned a lot about the world and was able to actually experience the beauty and power of our planet and gain a deeper appreciation for it. Within all this I was able to learn many technical things regarding renewa..."
Andrew V Brown University
"This was my most rewarding experience by far, thus far! I have found new inspiration to pursue my studies with fervor, and beheld one of the most beautiful landscapes on this planet."
Stephen A Rutgers University - New Brunswick
"I learned so much about renewable energy and Iceland as a sustainable country. 10 days in the program gave me a new perspective on green energy and what I would like to focus on when finishing my studies. It was definitely a worthwhile trip and I would do it again in a heartbeat! "
A student Rutgers University - New Brunswick
"From my experience abroad I learned about passive design techniques that can be used in urban planning, renewable energy, and other useful tools for combating climate change and the obstacles associated with it. By throwing myself into the Green Program, in an environment I was not used to, I feel that I grew as a person. I ..."
Daniel B University of Oklahoma
"The GREEN program paired with international travel and completely new experiences brought me novel insight in the world we live in, profound compassion for the people and the natural environment we inhabit, and inspiration to do everything I can to facilitate sustainable change our earth desperately needs. "
Mary H California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
"I learned a lot about the renewable energy systems in place in Iceland and how they work as well as how they are implemented in the country. I gained so many priceless, surreal memories of adventuring abroad in this magic countryland - from hiking to swimming in hot springs to trekking around in ice. It was truly unforgettable; ..."
Iqra A University of Florida
"I learnt a lot about renewable energy from not only classes but through power plants too. The program gave me a really good idea about the nuances of the field and how geology also plays a huge role in the world's changes which was a new aspect to me. "
Shashank R
"Travelling abroad alone is a learning experience you share with yourself. You learn who you are, who you are not, and who you want to be. Among the many things I learned about myself during this trip is that I am capable of so much more than I give myself credit for. Each day I was faced with a new challenge and overcoming all o..."
Gurpreet B University of Waterloo
"I gained knowledge of the issue of sustainable energy from multiple perspectives, and also discovered my passions for adventure. This all led me to pursue sustainable energy as a career option, hopefully bringing me on many adventures in the future. "
Patrick W Lehigh University
"I learned mostly about myself and what I want out of life. Going out and seeing Iceland, learning about renewable energy and most importantly working with colleagues and friends on the capstone project really nailed down what I want to do with my life. I also loved learning about Iceland and seeing the landscape. Overall the exp..."
Laurentiu A University of Waterloo
"The Green Program helped me learn so much about Peru's culture, environmental problems and ways to use sustainability. The experience has inspired me to see that we can change the world through sustainable efforts. I went on the program with 10 strangers and came out with 10 new amazing friends! Also it helped me push further ou..."
Veronica M Pennsylvania State University - University Park / Penn State
