A program to safely, quickly and cost-effectively transition the globe off fossil fuels through a collaborative approach.
The Energy Transition Network connects fundamental research to early-stage startups and major corporations that can translate knowledge and innovations into climate solutions and well-paid jobs. It is led by UChicago Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering Professors Shirley Meng, director of the Energy Technologies Initiative, and Laura Gagliardi, and begins with three industry partner groups — Thermo Fisher Scientific, SES AI, and MTI Corporation. UChicago and ETN member companies work together to scope and facilitate research projects, host thematic workshops and events, foster workforce development through internships and career opportunities as well as engage in other collaborative ideation around enabling the clean energy transition.
