The Rutgers Energy Institute (REI) is engaged in four principal areas of activity: education of undergraduate and graduate students; pioneering research; outreach to the community to share information and engage the public; and policy advice to government, business, and civic leaders who require current knowledge about energy use, alternatives, and innovations to guide decision-making and public planning.
Program Administrator:
Rachael Shwon, Director; Rutgers Energy Institute (REI)
Main Objectives:
- Research – Integrate basic research and real-world application to advance energy technologies that address biofuels, solar and wind energy, efficient energy use, and energy policy
- Education – Train the next generation of leaders in energy research through multidisciplinary graduate and undergraduate programs that blend science, technology, economics, and policy
- Outreach – Facilitating colloquia, workshops and seminars that stimulate interdisciplinary conversations on energy research and technologies, exploring energy topics most relevant to the Rutgers community, local businesses, homeowners, and politicians.
- Advisory body – Provide objective information and advising the local, state, and national policy makers on energy technologies, alternative energy strategies and policy options