Events
Microbial Madness: Battle of the Bioenergy Bugs
Join the Wisconsin Energy Institute for an exciting March Forward in Energy Forum: "Microbial Madness: Battle of the Biofuel Bugs." This forum will feature four dynamic scientists from the Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center, each passionately pitching why their chosen microbe is the most fascinating and crucial for producing biofuels and bioproducts that can help us move away from fossil fuel dependence.
Accelerating the conversion of CO2 into aromatic compounds in plants
Join us on March 31 at 3:30 p.m. for this Sustainable Energy Seminar presentation by Hiroshi Maeda, Professor of Botany at UW-Madison.
UW Science Expeditions - Open House Event
Come explore UW-Madison - your public university - and experience science on April 4-6th. Interact with researchers, visit science venues across campus, enjoy Science Spectacular Shows, and try your hand at interactive Exploration Stations. From astronomy to zoology, UW Science Expeditions is the annual campus-wide science open house that connects you to UW people & places all year round. All events are free and open to the public.
WiSys Quick Pitch @ UW-Madison
WiSys Quick Pitch is a research-focused student pitch competition that inspires Universities of Wisconsin students to consider the impact of their research and learn how to effectively communicate it to a general audience. Participants have three minutes to impress a panel of judges with their ability to explain the value of their research to society. The top presenters win cash prizes and secure a spot in the Quick Pitch State Final. Please note that at UW-Madison the competition is open solely to undergraduate students and spots are limited.
UW-Madison Renewable Electricity Goals: What Are The Options?
Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin has set an ambitious vision for campus environmental sustainability, including achieving 100% renewable electricity by 2030 and net-zero emissions by 2048. Turning our attention to the renewable electricity goal, what would it take to reach that goal? What are the opportunities and barriers?
Green Cities, Green Students Resource Fair
Utility services like electricity, running water, and sanitation are essential to our daily lives, yet they often go overlooked. Join us for hands-on activities and an informative session that will help you better understand how these services work and how they contribute to advancing sustainability. You’ll learn about their critical role in our communities and discover how improvements in energy efficiency can lower emissions and your energy bills.