Climate Tech at Duke Showcase: A Duke Climate Collaboration Symposium

Join us for the next Duke Climate Collaboration Symposium, which aims to foster cross-sectoral partnerships and showcase Duke’s leadership in climate tech innovation. The symposium will highlight innovative climate tech addressing the blue economy, energy transition, built environment, material science, climate and health, and climate AI.

By convening academic researchers, industry leaders, and entrepreneurial partners, the event seeks to strengthen ties between research and real-world application. The program will feature two components: a public-facing showcase and reception on Tuesday, January 27, open to students, faculty, and industry experts, and an invitation-only workshop on Wednesday, January 28, designed to help Duke researchers and stakeholders identify commercialization opportunities and best practices for successful university–industry partnerships.

From 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. on January 27, attendees will gather in Geneen Auditorium at the Fuqua School of Business for lightning talks from five experts across Duke as they showcase current research technologies. The talks will provide insights into the different pathways towards commercial opportunity and industry partnership, and how best to support your own entrepreneurial journey to success. A networking reception and company expo will follow the showcase from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. in the Kirby Winter Garden.

More info (agenda, speaker list, and Jan. 28 private workshop info): duke.is/jan27collab

About the Event Series:

Part of the Duke Climate Collaboration Symposia series, designed to accelerate climate solutions by developing new collaborations among Duke scholars and external partners. Each symposium focuses on identifying opportunities for Duke University to make the most of its interdisciplinary expertise and convening power for meaningful impact on climate challenges.

This symposium is hosted by Duke University’s Design Climate Program, Nicholas School of the Environment, and Pratt School of Engineering with support from the Fuqua School of Business and other Duke units. The series is funded by a gift from The Duke Endowment in support of the Duke Climate Commitment, which unites the university’s education, research, operations, and public service missions to address climate challenges. The Nicholas Institute for Energy, Environment & Sustainability manages the symposia series.