The Nicholas School of the Environment’s Career and Professional Development Center is hosting an alumni panel on ocean policy for current Duke University students. Students will have the opportunity to connect and network with industry leaders in the ocean policy space.

This event is part of Duke Oceans Week.

The destruction wrought by the January 2025 Los Angeles wildfires is estimated to cost at least $250 billion, with the lives of hundreds of thousands of people affected. Two months on, what lessons can be taken? How can this natural disaster be put into context where climate change will make these events more regular and likely? Please join us for a discussion featuring a panel of experts on wildfires, insurance, and natural disasters.

Join the Antitrust & Competition Law Society for a conversation with Sandeep Vaheesan ('10), Legal Director at Open Markets Institute and former regulations counsel at the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, for a discussion on his recently published book Democracy in Power: A History of Electrification in the United States. Vaheesan will discuss the struggle between private money and public control over the electrification of America from the New Deal Era to today, and a blueprint for a publicly-managed path to decarbonization.

This panel will highlight policymakers, government officials, and scientists in Latin America working towards marine megafauna conservation, with a focus on turtles, sharks, rays, and manatees.

This event is part of Duke Oceans Week.

Duke's Office of Climate and Sustainability is hosting a student town hall on the Duke Climate Commitment on Mon., Mar. 24 from 6-7:30 p.m. in the Gross Hall Energy Hub. This is a chance to hear from Climate Commitment leaders about progress this semester and ongoing strategic planning efforts, and to offer your input about the direction and future of the Commitment.

Bonus: free dinner! Register to secure your spot.

This 1-hour session will cover foundational concepts in AI, examine and interpret different AI-based methods being applied towards various marine systems and research questions, and provide a brief demonstration of how to implement AI and machine learning-based approaches on a sample dataset.

This event is part of Duke Oceans Week.

This two-day event on March 24 - 25, 2025 will feature multiple keynotes and 50+ breakout sessions over 9 tracks that will highlight a wide range of topics. These include grid integration, battery supply chains, energy storage, artificial intelligence and energy, biotech, global energy innovations, insurance, finance and investment, circularity, power generation and data centers, hydrogen, transportation, and more.

Oceans Week is a dedicated week of events and activities aimed at raising awareness about ocean conservation, marine science, and the role of oceans in climate sustainability. It brings together students, faculty, industry professionals, alumni, and environmental advocates to engage in discussions, panels, workshops, and networking opportunities focused on marine research, policy, and career pathways.

Students, faculty and staff are invited to attend the second Nicholas Institute and UPEP Environmental Institutions Seminar Series presentation of the spring 2025 semester. Our speaker will be Dr. Shorna Allred, Distinguished Professor in the Department of Geography and Environment at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and an Adjunct Professor at Cornell University in the Department of Natural Resources and the Environment and the Department of Global Development. No registration required.

All are welcome to join us for Duke University's annual event focused on women in the energy sector.

This Impact for Breakfast event will discuss how international development efforts can adapt in unpredictable times. The Nicholas Institute's Alix Zwane will share her firsthand experience navigating political transitions in Great Britain during her tenure as CEO of Global Innovation Fund. She will then host a fireside chat with Ricki Seideman, a seasoned strategic communications and strategy veteran.

Join Duke’s Global Energy Access Network (GLEAN) for a Networking Mixer in Washington, DC! Connect with Duke alums, students, and industry professionals working in energy, emerging economies, and development. Enjoy free appetizers & drinks while networking and discussing energy access, climate finance, and global transitions. RSVP by February 27!

Students, faculty and staff are invited to attend the first Nicholas Institute and UPEP Environmental Institutions Seminar Series presentation of the spring 2025 semester. Our speaker will be Dr. Julia M. Blocher, Project Lead and Scientist at the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research (PIK). No registration required.

As climate change increases the damage associated with extreme weather events, communities must work together and with local, state, and federal agencies to adapt in ways that minimize harm and facilitate post-event recovery. Learn from climate resilience experts Ashley Ward (Heat Policy Innovation Hub at the Nicholas Institute) and Brock Long (Hagerty Consulting) at this in-person event at Appalachian State University. This program is free and open-to-all.

Hear from the authors of a new Nicholas Institute study that provides the first national-scale analysis of how the existing US power system can accommodate large new loads without requiring major generation and transmission expansion.

The Sustainable Business & Social Impact (SBSI) conference is hosted by the Net Impact Club at Duke University’s Fuqua School of Business. For two decades, SBSI has brought together forward-thinkers, change-makers, and industry leaders from across the Southeast, and this year's conference theme is "Innovating for People, Planet, and Profit." Whether you’re focused on social impact, environmental sustainability, or economic development, this conference will equip you with the latest tools and strategies to make a lasting difference. Registration required.

Join us for an engaging virtual informational session designed to inform the Duke community about the Climate Commitment, opportunities to get involved in climate research, and the wealth of resources available at Duke to support climate research projects. This session will highlight resources on finding funding for climate research, developing proposals to external sponsors, accessing data and computational resources, available consultation services, and support for building cohesive projects and research teams.

Join the Nicholas Institute for Energy, Environment & Sustainability for a Power Trip to Duke University's steam plant, which provides heating services to campus and hospital facilities. This guided tour will provide an in-depth look at one of Duke’s most innovative energy facilities. This Power Trip is for current Duke students only. Space is limited; advance registration is required.