All Duke students (including those seeking undergraduate, masters, professional, and doctoral degrees) are invited to attend an information session about a unique Duke practicum course that examines the negotiation of international climate change agreements under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC).

How can the Southeast equitably advance transportation electrification across the region? This in-person event from the Southeast Transportation Electric Regional Initiative (SETRI) will bring together a multisector network to highlight successes, opportunities, and challenges in advancing electric mobility activities and collaboration across the Southeast. The meeting will feature a presenter talks, moderated roundtable discussion, and opportunities for networking.

One of the largest threats to biodiversity worldwide is development and associated land use change. A new law in England went into effect in early 2024, aiming to ensure that habitats for wildlife are left in a measurably better state than they were before development occurred.

Join this webinar to learn about how the law came to be, including the concept development, timeline, barriers, breakthroughs, and eventual implementation. Organized by the National Ecosystem Services Partnership (NESP) and Environmental Policy Innovation Center (EPIC).

Announced in fall 2023, the National Climate Resilience Framework focuses on community-driven resilience and adaptation solutions implemented through local experts and cross-sector partnerships. During this webinar, find out about promising practices and lessons learned from two relevant national programs—the Wildlife Conservation Society’s Climate Adaptation Fund and NOAA's Climate Smart Communities Initiative.

Hosted by the Nicholas Institute, Climate Adaptation Fund, and Climate Resilience Fund as part of the National Climate Resilience Framework: Ideas to Action webinar series presented by the Resilience Roadmap project.

N-EWN's goal for this symposium is to provide partners (including Duke University) with an opportunity to learn about the innovative work of each organization, create stronger connections between partners, and facilitate collaboration on new projects. Register by Feb. 1 for a discounted Early Bird registration fee ($250 for faculty, staff, and other non-students; $125 for students).

At the National Adaptation Forum, Lydia Olander, program director, and Liz Losos, executive in residence, will co-host a panel on Wednesday, May 15 as organizers of the Resilience Roadmap on the National Climate Resilience Framework.

Energy Pathways USA, convened by the Nicholas Institute for Energy, Environment & Sustainability at Duke University, will host a briefing on the US Environmental Protection Agency’s newly released power sector regulations. Nicholas Institute expert Tim Profeta, former EPA special counsel for the power sector and senior advisor, will explain the new standards for existing coal and new gas-fired power plants, outline the key implications and questions for US decarbonization, and answer attendee questions.

Register for this BONUS session in the "Investing for Mission-Driven Institutions" seminar series hosted by the Office of Climate and Sustainability. The session will feature a discussion with Emma Rasiel, Richard Y. Li Professor of the Practice in the Economics Department, and the Chair of the Advisory Committee on Investment Responsibility (ACIR) about ACIR's February response to the Duke Climate Coalition's most recent proposal for fossil fuel divestment.

Released in September 2023, the US government's first-ever National Climate Resilience Framework establishes a vision for a climate-resilient nation and guidance for resilience-related activities and investments by the federal government and its partners. In the second webinar in the National Climate Resilience Framework: From Ideas to Action series, hear from experts about implementation of the Framework’s Objective 5: to sustainably manage lands and waters to enhance resilience while providing other benefits.

Alix Peterson Zwane is executive in residence with the James E. Rogers Energy Access Project at Duke University at the Nicholas Institute. All current Duke students are invited to attend. Seating is limited and lunch will be provided.

Summer of 2023 served as a wake-up call for many regarding the impact of extreme heat. The toll on communities was severe. In this session, we will discuss extreme heat and its impact on public health, focusing on the prevalent myths and misconceptions surrounding extreme heat, shedding light on the realities that healthcare providers need to understand to effectively mitigate risks and provide optimal care.

Two Energy & Environment project teams will be sharing their research highlights through five-minute lightning talks at the 2023-2024 Fortin Foundation Bass Connections Showcase: "Impacts of Artisanal Gold Mining on Humans and the Environment" and "Tracking Climate Change with Satellites and Artificial Intelligence."

Heat poses a significant threat to our health and well-being. As North Carolina summers become warmer and longer with high numbers of extremely hot days and warm nights, community leaders are asking for ways to prepare. Join us for an introductory webinar where we will explore North Carolina's changing temperatures, the dangers of extreme heat to human health, evidence-based strategies for preventing heat-related illnesses, how communities in NC are already preparing, and how the state government can help.

Reflect back on initial conversation. “How best can mission driven institutions (e.g. universities, foundations, non-profits) balance fiduciary obligations with interests in expressing institutional values through their long-term investments?” Session moderator: Tim Profeta

Communities across the world are becoming increasingly vulnerable to climate shocks like floods and droughts—how will the future of climate change be impacted by funding public and private investments into the sustainable infrastructure required to mitigate climate crises in the future?

Join Duke in DC for a discussion with a panel of Duke University experts to talk about what we mean when we say climate finance, the work already being done in the public and private sectors and how crucial incentivizing investment at the policy-making level will be to the future of planet earth.

Nicholas Institute experts Sara Mason, Lydia Olander, and Katie Warnell are participating in the National Conference on Ecosystem Restoration (NCER) this year. NCER is a premier gathering of ecosystem restoration professionals from across the country, featuring four days of presentations dedicated to both small and large scale ecosystem restoration. 

This Reunion Weekend 2024, register to attend this hybrid event from the Duke Alumni Forever Learning Institute's Energy Transformation series in-person at Reynolds Theater or virtually via Zoom. In this penultimate session, Duke experts will discuss the interconnected nature of climate and human development policies and goals. Jonathan Phillips, director of the James E. Rogers Energy Access Project, is among the featured guest speakers for this session.

Seize the opportunity to connect with groundbreaking Duke startups, engage with top-tier talent, and unlock potential investment prospects, strategic customer relationships, and valuable partnerships. Join Duke Innovation & Entrepreneurship for the Duke Startup Showcase and get inspired by trailblazing startups spanning diverse sectors like healthcare, AI, consumer goods, services, and energy. Cast your vote for the Best in Showcase venture, and watch $100K in non-dilutive prizes be awarded at the final pitch session.