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The Columbia Global Energy Summit 2026 is an annual event dedicated to thought-provoking discussions around the critical energy and climate challenges facing the global community.
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Celebrating Black Leaders in the Energy Transition
Past Event
February 27, 2024
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm est
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The energy sector, with its diverse disciplines and global impact, has been shaped by a wide spectrum of innovators who have contributed significantly to promoting energy equity and addressing the social and economic justice issues related to climate change and the energy transition.
This Black History Month, join the Center on Global Energy Policy at Columbia SIPA and Community Offshore Wind to celebrate the achievements of Black pioneers and leaders in the energy field. Together, we’ll explore their historical legacy and the breadth of their progress, engaging in discussions on vital topics such as energy justice, racial equity in climate policies, and improving living conditions in underserved communities. Moreover, we’ll brainstorm solutions to ensure that future leaders have the awareness and access to educational opportunities necessary to drive progress in the energy sector.
Moderator:
Daniela Bushiri, PhD Candidate, Chemical Engineering, Columbia University
Speakers:
Aaron Choo, Vice President Gas Field Operations & Capital Programs, National Grid
Retha Fernandez, Strategic Engagement Manager, National Grid Ventures, Community Offshore Wind
Andrew Kamau, Managing Director, International Programs, Energy Opportunity Lab, Center on Global Energy Policy at Columbia SIPA
This event is sponsored by CGEP’s Office of Diversity Equity Inclusion and Accessibility(DEIA). The Office of DEIA seeks to create an environment of belonging where all CGEP members can learn, contribute, and grow through the tenets of research, education, and dialogue.
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Advance registration is required. This event will be hosted in person and capacity is limited.
This event is open to the press, and registration is required to attend. For media inquiries or requests for interviews, please contact CGEP Communications ([email protected]).
For more information about the event, please contact [email protected].
This roundtable is open only to currently enrolled Columbia University students. To register, you must sign in with your UNI. Join the Center on Global Energy Policy’s Women...
Event
• Center on Global Energy Policy
1255 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10027
This roundtable is open only to currently enrolled Columbia University students. To register, you must sign in with your UNI. The Center on Global Energy Policy (CGEP) at...
Event
• Center on Global Energy Policy
1255 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10027
This roundtable is open only to currently enrolled Columbia University students. To register, you must sign in with your UNI. The Center on Global Energy Policy at Columbia...
Event
• Center on Global Energy Policy
1255 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10027
In March 2012, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu arrived in Washington to press a US president on slowing Iran’s nuclear ambitions. Inside the White House, the dilemma was stark.
