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The Irving Institute for Energy and Society offers Dartmouth undergraduates exciting opportunities to dive into the fascinating world of energy systems and their impact on society. We offer hands-on experiences and unique courses tailored to fuel your passion and advance your academic and career aspirations.
Add energy & society courses to your Dartmouth education, no matter your major. With dozens of options, you can explore a meaningful three-step journey to deepen your understanding of the vital connections between energy and society.
Pursue a Sustainable Energy Track within the Environmental Studies Minor and gain skills to promote affordable, reliable, and equitable energy transitions that positively impact society.
Energy Justice (ANTH 50.48, GEOG 40.04) Gain a deep understanding of how culture, power, and inequity shape the global shift away from fossil fuel-based energy systems and learn how to contribute to more just and inclusive energy solutions.
Through bootcamps, immersion trips, grants, and more, students learn key concepts in real-world contexts.
TuckLAB: Energy is a weeklong intensive held during winterim, which focuses on energy, business, and society and equips students to foster sustainable energy transitions.
Electricity Grids and Markets Bootcamp is an immersive two-day workshop that offers students essential insights into the core components of the U.S. energy system, equipping you with a deeper understanding of how electricity markets operate and shape our energy future.
Clean Energy Finance Bootcamp is an immersive two-day workshop that gives students a comprehensive introduction to the financial aspects of the clean energy economy.
Student Grants are awarded each quarter to support a range of activities, including independent research, external unpaid internships, and professional development. Students may apply for as much as $6,000 to pursue opportunities aligned with the Irving Institute's mission.
The Energy Immersion Trip to Appalachia, co-sponsored by the Irving Institute and the Sustainability Office, is a ten-day experiential journey over spring break, where students explore the rich history and lasting legacy of coal extraction on the people, environment, and economy of West Virginia. Discover how the region is transitioning to lower-carbon energy sources.
The Energy Justice Clinic, led by Dr. Sarah Kelly, offers students the chance to participate in impactful research projects in the Upper Valley and South America, helping to shape a more socially just and sustainable energy transition. Contribute to meaningful change through hands-on experience and global impact.
At the heart of the Irving Institute's undergraduate education programming is a commitment to multidisciplinary learning and civic engagement. Our approach aligns with Dartmouth's liberal arts tradition, fostering a generation of energy-conscious citizens and leaders capable of making informed, ethical, and innovative contributions to our global energy future.
Whether you're interested in the science of energy, the policy implications of the clean energy transition, or the societal impacts of energy decisions, the Irving Institute provides the resources and support to help you succeed and make a lasting impact.