Energy Justice Seminar

The field of energy justice is evolving rapidly and is now a burgeoning field of real-world practices driving equity and justice considerations into major domestic and international financial instruments as well as on-the-ground energy projects of significant magnitude. Drawing on guest speakers, including practitioners from the field, this energy justice seminar will give students detailed insight into the latest thinking and practice and help prepare students to work in this field. The seminar will be inherently interdisciplinary, drawing from multiple disciplines, including but not limited to law, sociology, public health, and economics. It will cover topics relating to energy justice in the areas of policy and regulation, community advocacy, legal implications, health implications, and private sector innovation. At the end of the seminar, students should have a good understanding of this topic but also be prepared to analyze, critique, and contribute to the academic and policy debates about energy justice.