Power Politics, Energy Security, and the Future of Venezuela

Amid a more assertive U.S. policy in the Western Hemisphere, an expert panel examined the future of Venezuela. Topics centered on oil's role, geopolitical goals, private investment, and how regional history and local politics may shape outcomes. Read more about Power Politics, Energy Security, and the Future of Venezuela

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Charting the Clean Energy Future

Abigail Ross Hopper '93, CEO of the Solar Energy Industries Association, and former U.S. Rep. Ann McLane Kuster '78, D-N.H joined a discussion led by Jonathan Silverthorne '08, director of Dartmouth's Revers Center, on federal energy policy, bipartisan support for renewables, and market opportunities for solar and storage. Read more about Charting the Clean Energy Future

Jonathan Silverthorne, Ann McLane Kuster, and Abigail Ross Hopper.

Catalyzing a New Energy System in the U.S.: A Capital Coordination Challenge

Irving Institute Distinguished Industry Fellow Giulia Siccardo explores how public, private, and philanthropic capital can be coordinated to accelerate innovation, strengthen supply chains, and position the U.S. as a leader in the global clean energy economy. Read more about Catalyzing a New Energy System in the U.S.: A Capital Coordination Challenge

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Powering the Future: Platforms and the Energy Transition

Energy systems are undergoing their most significant transformation since the widespread adoption of electricity over a century ago. To effectively adapt, robust data management and platform solutions are critical for coordinating the complex interactions within the energy landscape. Read more about Powering the Future: Platforms and the Energy Transition

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Energy and Society: Dr. Kelly's Research with Local Communities in Southern Chile

Dr. Sarah Kelly is researching the impact of wind projects on Mapuche Huilliche communities in southern Chile. She highlights concerns about a commercial-scale wind farm harming critical peatlands and promotes Indigenous participation in environmental decision-making. Read more about Energy and Society: Dr. Kelly's Research with Local Communities in Southern Chile

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Building Bridges: From Theory to Practice

A promising new research collaboration was sparked last fall when Research Scientist Adam Pollack, PhD, from the Keller Lab Group at Thayer, presented at an Irving Institute monthly Research Seminar. Read more about Building Bridges: From Theory to Practice

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The Dartmouth Energy Alliance Goes to Washington!

The Dartmouth Energy Alliance student energy club, with support from the Irving Institute, traveled to Washington, DC over spring break to attend the American Council of Renewable Energy policy forum and connect with Dartmouth energy alumni. Read more about The Dartmouth Energy Alliance Goes to Washington!

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