Stevens is again leading the way in sustainability discourse with the Hugo Neu Corporation Sustainability Seminar Series. Hosted by the sustainability management master’s program, this weekly lecture series will feature eleven esteemed speakers throughout the Spring 2025 semester. Sponsored by the Hugo Neu Corporation and jointly supported by WSP, the series is also co-sponsored by Brown and Caldwell, Dewberry, H2M Architects and Engineers, HDR, and Lozier Inc.
The seminar series will take place on Tuesdays from 5 to 6 p.m., offering in-person attendance and a live webcast via Zoom. As sustainability challenges evolve, this series allows students, faculty, and industry professionals to engage with pressing environmental issues and innovative solutions.
The lineup includes prominent experts who will address diverse topics in sustainability. On February 4, Amanda Nesheiwat from the Hudson County Improvement Authority discussed how local action can foster a sustainable future globally. Susan Cornish of Insight + Action followed on February 11, exploring consumer engagement in sustainable packaging.
On February 25, the discussion pivoted toward global energy security, with Catherine Nabukalu presenting on using waste for charcoal production. On March 4, Rachael Spelman from Apis Innovation took the stage, emphasizing the role of data and communications in reducing methane emissions. On March 11, Mark Drozdov of Lozier Inc. will discuss hazard communication and PALMS.
Campus sustainability will be highlighted on March 25 as Dave Barbier from the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point shares insights on driving change at educational institutions. The following week, a sponsored speaker from WSP will present on a to-be-determined topic, ensuring the series maintains a dynamic and current perspective.
A special segment on April 8 will feature SM 2024 Individual Capstone Projects, showcasing the Gold and Silver Prize-winning projects by Mrudula Spandana Reddy and Isabella Colacioppo. On April 15, sustainability strategist Thomas Lewis will pose a thought-provoking question: Is prioritizing climate adaptation over mitigation a sustainability cop-out?
Marine renewable energy will take center stage on April 22, when Andrea Copping from the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory will discuss the balance between advancing technology and considering environmental and social factors.
The series will conclude on April 29 with a panel discussion moderated by Dominique Lueckenhoff of the Hugo Neu Corporation. Just as the university has pioneered research in financial technology through initiatives like the Center for Research Toward Advancing Financial Technologies (CRAFT), this series represents another strategic step in bridging academia and industry for the greater good.
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