BU Institute for Global Sustainability
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@BU_Tweets research to advance a sustainable and equitable future. Planetary and environmental health + climate governance + energy systems.
Boston, MA
Joined September 2016
🦋We're expanding our social media offerings! Join us on Bluesky as we continue sharing the latest in sustainability and climate research from @BU_Tweets. Follow along and be part of the conversation! 👉 #Sustainability #ClimateResearch #Bluesky
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🎉Congrats @BenjaminSovaco1, recently invited for reappointment at @theNASEM! #NASEM is widely regarded as the most prestigious #scientific body in the US, drawing on #interdisciplinary expertise from the nation’s leading scholars to inform decision-makers & the American public.
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A new IGS study finds that California's solar market faces 7 forms of corruption—including “sex for solar.” Led by @BenjaminSovaco1 & @DrX_ADunlap, it provides a first-time look at patterns of public and private sector #corruption. Full story:
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The average #energy project costs 40% more than expected for construction & takes almost 2 years longer than planned, finds a new IGS study by @BenjaminSovaco1 & Hanee Ryu. Investment risk is highest for nuclear power plant construction, lowest for solar:
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RT @GDP_Center: Tomorrow @BU_Tweets, join @IGS_BU @COMatBU + @BUonCities for a conversation with @KeithOB on his recent book, Paradise Fall….
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Today is #BUGivingDay! The time for action on climate change and justice is now—not years from now. We hope you’ll consider donating to support IGS's interdisciplinary faculty and student research:
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RSVP now for Thursday's free event 📚 A conversation on #CommunityHealth, #EnvironmentalJustice and activism, and the power of #ScienceWriting with acclaimed author Keith O'Brien: #EarthDay365.
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Join us to discuss "Paradise Falls," a true story about community advocacy and resilience in the face of environmental catastrophe.
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RT @BU_Tweets: 🚨 New research from @IGS_BU reveals how native ads by fossil fuel companies misleads the public on climate issues. Practical….
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Welcome to our newest Visiting Researchers! They bring expertise in #Sustainable #EnergyTransitions, #IndustrialDecarbonization, and #energy technologies, each contributing valuable perspective to our interdisciplinary research community. Get to know them:
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A new book, co-authored by Suchi Gopal, BU Earth & Environment professor & IGS core faculty, is now available for purchase! Check out "The FinTech Revolution: Bridging Geospatial Data Science, AI, and Sustainability".
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Conducting #sustainability #research & looking to join an interdisciplinary scholarly community? You may be a great fit for our Visiting Researcher Program. Learn more & apply by 1/15.
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RT @DrX_ADunlap: 🚨 New Article @theAAG by @BenjaminSovaco1, myself & @bojnovak . The article explores concentrated solar facilities on Moha….
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N2O has ~270x the impact on global warming per unit mass vs. CO2. Global emissions of N2O increased by 62% from 1970 to 2022. In this @VisualizeEnergy data story, @cutlercleveland describes the reasons for this trend and identifies top N2O sources:
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Nitrous oxide (N2O) is a potent greenhouse gas that contributes to climate change and ozone depletion, with human activities significantly increasing its emissions since the 1970s. Key sources...
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#Postdocs working with IGS faculty gathered at the IGS office for good food and good conversation this week. Attendees discussed how to best support one another as they advance high-impact #sustainability research at @BU_Tweets.
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Honored to welcome President Melissa Gilliam to IGS yesterday to discuss advancing interdisciplinary collaboration and research translation in climate, sustainability & justice. Grateful for her leadership & excited to contribute to her inspiring vision for @BU_Tweets 🐾
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Congrats @SelinHenrik (@BUPardeeSchool, IGS associate director) for being recognized as a TUM Ambassador by @TU_Muenchen, for extensive scientific expertise & international experience. Photo credit: Astrid Eckert/TUM
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On December 1, 2024, TUM President Prof. Thomas F. Hofmann presented five TUM research alumni with the TUM Ambassador certificate of honor in front of around 2,000 guests at the annual TUM Advent...
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#CareerOpporunity: Hey @BU_Tweets students - got a knack for #storytelling? A passion for #sustainability? Join our #communications team through this flexible, paid position. Learn more and apply now:
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RT @VisualizeEnergy: In 2024 we published 50+ articles on #EnergyTaxation, #gender diversity in the #EnergyIndustry, #PowerPlant efficiency….
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Data Stories to guide an equitable energy transition
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What a wonderful way to close out 2024 🌲❄️ Our office was full of holiday cheer as IGS faculty, staff, and students gathered to celebrate the holidays. We look forward to continued discovery and community in the new year. Wishing our entire network a joyful holiday season!
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