Our workshops for 2024-2025 are designed to bring together thought leaders, researchers, policymakers, and community stakeholders to tackle the pressing sustainability challenges of our time. Through interdisciplinary collaboration and cutting-edge research, these events aim to develop practical solutions and strategies that promote environmental stewardship, social equity, and economic resilience. Our workshops offer a unique platform to engage, learn, and drive meaningful change. Please join us in our commitment to a sustainable future and explore the transformative power of knowledge and collaboration.
We are thrilled to announce six new workshops for 2024-2025, designed to drive innovation and inspire action in sustainability:
Energy Justice | Just Energy Transition” Lecture and Roundtable with Prof. Nikki Luke — October 7 and 8
The Energy Justice workshop series brings together global experts and local leaders for a series of conversations on the most pressing questions facing the future of our energy system. The series will investigate and debate concerns such as the democratic distribution of energy, degrowth, resilience, and adaptation, all to understand the future of the rapidly changing energy landscape.
Join the Center for Environmental Studies for two upcoming events with Professor Nikki Luke (Geography, University of Tennessee) exploring a just and equitable energy transition in the US:
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Lecture: "The Labor of Electric Life: Energy Democracy Between the Union, State, and Utility in Atlanta's Clean Energy Transition"
Date: Oct. 7 | Time: 12:15-1:30 PM | Location: Kraft 110
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Roundtable Discussion: "What Does a Just and Equitable Energy Transition Look Like in Texas?" with the Texas Climate Jobs Project
Date: Oct. 8 | Time: 12:15-1:30 PM | Location: Anderson-Clarke Center, 115
Moderated by Professor Judith Brunton (Rice, Religious Studies)
These events are part of the 2024-2025 Energy Justice Workshop Series hosted by the Center for Environmental Studies and supported by the Rice Sustainability Institute.
Fiber Futures: Plant-Based Materials and Low Carbon Construction for a Sustainable Built Environment — March 7, 2025
Discover innovative, plant-based materials and low-carbon construction methods at the 'Fiber Futures' workshop. This event brings together experts to explore sustainable building practices that can transform the construction industry and contribute to a greener future.
Nature-Based Solutions for Resilient Coastal Cities – in collaboration with the Rice SSPEED Center — March 3-4, 2025
Explore innovative solutions to combat flooding in urban areas at the 'Nature-Based Solutions for a Resilient Gulf Coast' workshop on March 3-4, 2025. Join local and international experts to discuss sustainable strategies for flood mitigation, community engagement, and adapting to climate-induced challenges in both inland and coastal settings. Learn more: https://sspeed.rice.edu/workshop-1
Texas Biodiversity Symposium — March 13-15, 2025
Join the Texas Biodiversity Symposium to address the urgent challenges of biodiversity loss and conservation in the Anthropocene. This event gathers leading scientists and conservationists to explore solutions for protecting biodiversity in Texas and beyond, fostering collaboration and innovative strategies for a sustainable future.
Texas Regional Climate Network:
Characterizing Climate Change Impacts and Water Extremes on the Gulf Coast — April 10-11, 2025
Learn how climate change impacts the Gulf Coast at the Texas Regional Climate Conference. This event brings together experts to discuss extreme heat, flooding, sea level rise, and health challenges and develop strategies for climate resilience in our communities. It is co-sponsored by Texas A&M's Texas Center for Climate Studies.
The Role of Life Cycle Analysis in Understanding Systems-Level Sustainability
– in collaboration with the Baker Institute Center for Energy Studies (CES)
Join us for a deep dive into Life Cycle Assessments (LCA) and their role and limitations in comprehensively evaluating different sustainable pathways. This workshop will explore how LCAs need to evolve to become an essential assessment tool for sustainability goals.
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