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Energy Week at Penn highlights the impressive energy research at Penn and demonstrates how the brightest minds can pull together to join science and policy to solve complex issues and navigate an uncertain future.
Aug27
2019
In Poland, the Nuclear Option Is Still on the Table
Could nuclear power generation be a fit for Poland? And what role could the U.S. could play.
Aug21
2019
U.S. Sanctions Against Nord Stream 2 Pipeline: Strategic Hit Or Miss?
Here's a look at the geopolitical pros and cons of proposed sanctions on Nord Stream 2. In short, the cons are quite high. Best to explore some other options.
Aug12
2019
Teeming with Carbon Taxes
There has been a flurry of carbon tax bills introduced in Congress this term from members on both sides of the aisle. How do these bills compare and will any of them become law?
Aug07
2019
Energy Consumption and Cost Burdens in Multi-Family Housing
Low-income households are more likely to be subjected to high energy cost burdens due to inefficient housing, but new energy disclosure data can be used to develop programs that retrofit properties and reduce this inequity.
Aug02
2019
Decarbonizing Aviation Is Not As Hard As We Think
Decarbonization of commercial air travel is not a far-off possibility dependent on ground-breaking advancements in energy storage, but an actionable and pragmatic approach to achieving global emissions targets.
Aug01
2019
Could Chernobyl Happen Today?
The television show Chernobyl is gripping viewers based on horrific real events. What is the likelihood that the drama could become a reality again?
Jul31
2019
Climate Change: A Real Force In The 2020 Campaign?
Has the U.S. finally reached the point where climate will in fact be a decisive issue for voters at the polls?
Jul30
2019
Philadelphia Oil Refinery Explosion is a Learning Moment
With participation from the University of Pennsylvania, Mayor Kenney's advisory group gathers to discuss the future of the closed Philadelphia refinery.
Jul17
2019
Opportunities to Bridge the Funding Gap to Commercialize Cleantech Innovation: Insights from the 2019 NREL Industry Growth Forum
MBA student Sid Radhakrishna writes about several promising models highlighted at the 2019 NREL Industry Growth Forum that look to bridge funding gaps for commercializing cleantech innovation.
Jul15
2019
Challenges in Funding and Scaling Cleantech Innovations: Insights from the 2019 NREL Industry Growth Forum
MBA Student Sid Radhakrishna attended the NREL Industry Growth Forum and learned firsthand about some of the challenges facing the cleantech field.
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