Energy Futures Research Hub
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MISSION
Reducing energy related carbon emissions is critical to our efforts to address the environmental and climate challenges we are facing. It requires the identification of reliable, cost-efficient energy that can rapidly scale to our growing needs. Energy Futures Research Hub was launched to identify solutions by facilitating world-changing technologies, fostering use-inspired interdisciplinary research that will shape the future of energy, and building relationships with stakeholders and the public. The Energy Futures Research Hub is focused on stimulating development of next generation energy infrastructure and breakthrough technologies to ensure affordable and reliable energy.
VALUES
Affordable - Develop use-inspired energy solutions that are cost effective, affordable, and ensure no segment of the population is disproportionately burdened by energy solutions we move towards in the future.
Economic Security - Development of energy resources that contributes to the immediate and long-term economic security, including a skilled workforce and curriculum development.
Quality of Life -Identification of energy solutions that minimize environmental impacts while contributing to public wellbeing, especially those most impacted by climate change and energy disruption.
U of U Energy Centers and Institutes
Events
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Thursday, March 19 2026 - Friday, March 20 2026
The Wallace Stegner Center’s 31st annual symposium will focus on one of the most pressing issues of our time: the future of our public lands. This is a vital issue locally and regionally. From stark shifts in law and policy regulating the designation and use of public lands to ongoing demographic and economic changes in the American West, from conflicts over recreation to wildfire and other growing threats, the way we use and protect public lands continues to rapidly evolve as the region does too.
Monday, April 13th, 2026 3-5pm | The Wilkes Center for Climate Science & Policy
Come learn about the fascinating and rapidly evolving clean energy transition and make professional connections for internships and jobs across the clean energy landscape -- April 13th, 3-5pm.
The Wilkes Center, the Professional Science Master's Program, and the National Laboratory and Security Office at the University of Utah are excited to host a fireside chat and networking reception with leaders from the largest clean energy companies in the U.S.
Join us for a candid conversation about exciting opportunities that exist for careers in clean energy, despite the national headwinds of the moment.
May 12-13, 2026 | University of Utah College of Law
The national laboratory-led Digital Engineering Conference returns in 2026, hosted by the University of Utah.
If there is interest in presenting, please submit an abstract through the link provided. All the necessary details, including guidelines and requirements, can be found in the link below. Please note that abstracts must be submitted by February 13, 2026.
Energy Research Priorities
The University of Utah embarked on a series of workshops to further define opportunities to catalyze Utah’s sustainable energy future. Learn more about University of Utah’s key pillars of energy research and cross-cutting priorities.