Project-Based Learning
D-Lab and Path to Zero Net Energy Initiative The Program for International Energy Technologies (PIET) developed D-lab and the Path to Zero Net Energy (ZNE) Initiative to engage students in finding solutions to energy issues in developed and developing countries. D-Lab Founded in 2008, The UC Davis D-Lab works with international partners to find scalable, […]
Education Initiatives
Project-Based Learning The Energy and Efficiency Institute supports project-based learning opportunities that enable students to gain knowledge and skills by investigating and responding to authentic, engaging and complex questions, problems and challenges.
Apply to the Energy Graduate Group
Welcome! We are delighted that you are interested in joining us as a graduate student. The Energy Graduate Group (EGG) provides an opportunity to do interdisciplinary research to address pressing energy, environmental, economic, policy and social challenges facing California, the U.S., and the world. Watch Our Virtual Information Session Video The Fall 2024 admission cycle […]
For Prospective Students
The Energy Graduate Group is designed to meet the world’s growing needs for highly qualified, thoughtful and dedicated leaders in sustainable energy systems. In addition to coursework and research, students interact with researchers and leaders from industry, government, public interest groups, and academia through seminars, internships, and visiting lectures. Our interdisciplinary approach transcends the boundaries […]
Key Features
We focus on energy this is not a general environmental management degree. We address energy systems broadly with a focus on renewable energy, transportation fuels, and energy efficiency. We offer rigorous, science-based degrees without the requirement of an engineering degree. We promote interdisciplinary interaction among graduate students and faculty and with energy and environmental professionals […]
Internships
If you are a student interested in energy and energy efficiency, please ask us about internship opportunities in our office. We often have internships available in a range of areas, including research, outreach, and project management. Internships are valuable opportunities to: Gain valuable work experience before you graduate; Develop new skills and refine others; Apply […]
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Our prosperity and way of life depend on the provision and consumption of energy, yet our energy system is the largest contributor to climate change and many other environmental challenges. A fundamentally new approach to energy supply and use is needed that addresses the many complex interactions inherent in energy research and development. On the […]