The Institute for Sustainability and Energy at Northwestern (ISEN) community found creative and ambitious points of connection in 2020. Despite the many challenges presented during the year, faculty forged new research partnerships and led new educational opportunities, students pressed onward with academic and experiential learning, and partner organizations came together to learn and advance shared initiatives. Highlights from this memorable year follow.
Research
- Center for Molecular Quantum Transduction Awarded $12.4 Million as DOE EFRC
- Northwestern's ICEP Receives $4.5 Million Renewal from the Department of Energy
- Scientists Tackle Plastic Waste with $12.8M Award from Department of Energy
- Team of Researchers Awarded $2.5 Million for Sustainable Plastics Innovation
- Saving Africa’s Last Rhinos
- Widespread Electric Vehicle Adoption Would Save Billions of Dollars, Thousands of Lives
Education
- Northwestern’s Class of 2020: Grads to Watch in Sustainability and Energy
- Leadership Lessons Expand During Pandemic for Northwestern Students
- Northwestern Welcomes First Master of Science in Energy and Sustainability Student Cohort
Public Engagement
- ISEN's Stance Against Racial Injustice
- The Institute for Sustainability and Energy at Northwestern Joins the Planetary Health Alliance
- Northwestern Joins Global Circular Economy Network
- Virtual Seminar Addresses Issues of Plastic Waste in the Environment
- Rethinking Plastic Pollution and the Law
