The BioRenewable Systems Major is a hands-on education in the technology, materials, best practices, and systems of the explosive-growth worlds of biorenewables, and agricultural industries. Grads take leadership roles in the bio economy for renewable product companies, entrepreneurial startups, and government agencies, or continue studying at graduate school.

Interest Areas
  • Plant
  • Business
  • Science
  • Engineering
  • Environment, Sustainability, Nature
Options

Focus your degree with an option in Agricultural Systems Management or BioProducts

Careers
  • Bioproduct research and development
  • Energy companies 
  • Equipment manufacturers 
  • Wood manufacturers
  • Construction firms 
  • Conservation districts 
  • Government agencies
Student Clubs and Organizations
  • Biorenewable Systems Club
  • Penn State Pullers
  • American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers (ASABE), Penn State Student Branch
  • Environmental Resource Management Society
  • Student Farm
  • Sustainable Agriculture Club
Facilities, Centers, and Institutes

The primary mission of the Fabrication and Design Lab is to enhance and strengthen BioRenewable Systems research, teaching, and extension projects by providing a focal point for fabrication, design, and maintenance.

Target Major/Degree https://agsci.psu.edu/academics/undergraduate/majors/biorenewable-systems