context and intentions
How do we create a resilient energy system in a world of rapidly shifting risks, political turmoil, and complex laws and institutions?
Energy infrastructure devastation through storms, floods, winds, fires, and other forces affect millions of people each year and requires creative new approaches to protect public health, the environment, and well-being. From multi-day power outages in New England to the destruction of the entire electric system in Puerto Rico, to sustained energy shortages in many countries, there is a renewed awareness of system vulnerabilities and needs in the face of rapidly changing climate and extreme weather events.
For two days, we engaged academics, practitioners, policy makers, and students to explore and better understand the changing dimensions of risk facing energy systems, management during a crisis, and, most importantly, opportunities for action. It was our intention to help shape initial funding opportunities, programming, and research for the newly created Arthur L. Irving Institute for Energy and Society.
For two days, we engaged academics, practitioners, policy makers, and students to explore and better understand the changing dimensions of risk facing energy systems, management during a crisis, and, most importantly, opportunities for action. It was our intention to help shape initial funding opportunities, programming, and research for the newly created Arthur L. Irving Institute for Energy and Society.
workshop outcomes
It's our pleasure to share the outcomes of this gathering, which met our intentions and goals, including:
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“Resiliency is a major concern which impacts every segment of society and the economy. The Government of Canada is excited to have the opportunity to work with the Irving Institute to explore how public institutions and private organizations from around the globe can partner more effectively to provide solutions to the dilemmas which make us less resilient.”
~ Marc A. Jacques, Senior Political and Economic Affairs Attaché, Consulate General of Canada |
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"The graphic recorder brought to life the intelligence, energy, ideas and creativity of a diverse group of experts. The canvases are the physical manifestation of our work. Most poignantly, the graphic recording helped capture areas for continued research, analysis and discussion --- that our work is not yet done." ~ Nancy S. Malmquist, Member and Director, Downs Rachlin Martin PLLC |
dartmouth energy consortium
Dartmouth Energy Collaborative: Co-hosted by the Arthur L. Irving Institute for Energy and Society, the Revers Center for
Energy at Tuck Business School, the Dickey Center for International Understanding, and Thayer College of Engineering
Energy at Tuck Business School, the Dickey Center for International Understanding, and Thayer College of Engineering
“In order to change an existing paradigm you do not struggle to try and change the problematic model. |
Arthur l. irving institute for energy and society
"Elizabeth brought together a fantastic diversity of views and expertise. The Institute has the potential for a range of interesting projects that will contribute unique academic insights and are practically relevant. I would happily contribute to future projects with the Institute." ~ Stephanie Lenhart, Ph.D., Global Studies, Urban Studies & Community Development, Visiting Assistant Professor at Boise State University |