2026 Energy Transition Symposium

The School of Earth & Sustainability (SES) is proud to join our partners in hosting an afternoon dedicated to the future of a just energy transition. We are honored to feature a keynote address from Secretary Rebecca Tepper of the Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs.

Our Collaborative Network

This event is made possible through the collective efforts of our campus partners. We invite you to learn more about their vital work:

• UMass Energy Transition Institute
• ELEVATE Program
• School of Earth & Sustainability (SES)
• Integrated Concentration in STEM (iCons)

Connecting for Impact

The School of Earth & Sustainability (SES) serves as a central hub for climate and sustainability action at UMass Amherst. We thrive as a connector, linking an expansive network of faculty research, student innovation, and regional partners to accelerate solutions-focused projects. By bridging disciplines and fostering collaboration, we ensure that our collective expertise meets the urgent needs of our communities and the environment.

Call to Action

We call upon our network of students, faculty, and partners to join us. This symposium is a premier opportunity to:

• Engage with state leadership on the clean energy transition.
• Showcase your latest research in climate resilience and energy equity.
• Strengthen the ties that allow our network to move from ideas to impact.

Schedule

• 2:30 PM: Welcoming Remarks & Keynote by Secretary Rebecca Tepper
• 3:30 PM: Research Poster Session 1
• 4:15 PM: Research Poster Session 2

Registration

The symposium is free and open to the public. To attend or present a poster, please use the link below:

[Register Here to Attend or Present]

For inquiries regarding the poster sessions, please contact [email protected] and [email protected].