Nicholas Institute for Energy, Environment & Sustainability

The Nicholas Institute for Energy, Environment & Sustainability (nicholasinstitute.duke.edu) accelerates solutions to critical energy and environmental challenges, advancing a more just, resilient, and sustainable world. The Institute conducts and supports actionable research and undertakes sustained engagement with policymakers, businesses, and communities—in addition to delivering transformative educational experiences to empower future leaders. The Nicholas Institute’s work is aligned with the Duke Climate Commitment, which unites the university’s education, research, operations, and external engagement missions to address climate challenges.

The Nicholas Institute is one of Duke’s signature interdisciplinary institutes, initiatives, and centers—engaging with and connecting students, faculty, staff, and alumni across all Duke schools (including the Nicholas School) in addition to external partners and stakeholders. In 2023, the Nicholas Institute became part of Duke’s new Office of Climate and Sustainability, which is charged with oversight of the Duke Climate Commitment (climate.duke.edu).

The Nicholas Institute is located in Suite 101 of Gross Hall for Interdisciplinary Innovation at 140 Science Drive. The Nicholas Institute also has presence in Duke's Washington, DC, office.

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