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Our mission is to conduct rigorous research and provide impactful insights that address the energy needs of the Southeastern U.S., while maintaining a national and global perspective. We strive to be trusted partners for all stakeholders, ensuring a future that supports the success and sustainability of our communities.
As part of the Strategic Energy Institute, and the nation’s top-ranked public university for energy research, our multidisciplinary experts develop solutions grounded in sound economics, policy, and science.
Featured Research and Commentary
Harvesting the Sun–Twice: Agrivoltaics and Rural Land-Use
Agrivoltaics is gaining attention as a potential solution to balance renewable energy production with agricultural land use. By combining solar energy systems with activities like livestock grazing or pollinator habitats, agrivoltaics presents opportunities for more efficient land use and additional income streams for farmers. This blog examines the growth of agrivoltaics, its benefits for rural communities, and the role of policy and stakeholder collaboration in shaping its future.
Solar Geoengineering Could Save 400,000 Lives a Year
Renewable Energy Policies Provide Benefits Across State Lines
Shan Zhou, Barry D. Solomon, and Marilyn A. Brown
Energy Factsheet of the Month
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Policy Areas
EPIcenter faculty and student affiliates are creating the knowledge needed for effective, evidence-based, transformative energy policy. The links below showcase a sampling of our research and areas of expertise. For more information, please contact epicenter@gatech.edu.
Upcoming Events
Energy Faculty Fellows Start
May 20, 2025
The Energy Faculty Fellows Program at Georgia Tech, led by the SEI, aims to build long-term research collaborations with Emerging Research Institutions. Over 10 weeks, participants will work with Georgia Tech researchers on energy-related projects that support innovation, clean energy access, and national energy priorities.
ATL Cleantech Connect
July 16, 2025
Join us – The next ATL CleanTech Connect is focused on the future of sustainable energy solutions: innovation’s role in driving energy resilience. We meet quarterly to educate and collaborate on efforts designed to build one, integrated, and impactful cleantech launch ecosystem across greater Atlanta.
Fall EAB dinner & EAB meeting
October 25, 2025
We’ll enjoy a conversation with Joe Sutherland, the first and current Director of the Emory Center for AI Learning, followed by Q&A. You’ll meet 2024-2025 Emory Alumni Board Leadership Scholarship recipients. The day will also include lunch followed by individual committee meetings.
Contact Us
Energy Policy and Innovation Center
Carbon Neutral Energy Solutions (CNES) Laboratory
495 Tech Way NW, Atlanta, GA 30318
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