Underground hydrogen storage to support renewable energy
| by Anne Menefee
Hydrogen is gaining traction as a key player in the transition from fossil fuel energy to renewable energy. When used as a fuel, hydrogen produces only water vapor as a byproduct, making it a low-carbon energy carrier that could replace carbon-intensive fossil fuels in energy-intensive sectors.
The Sustainable Communities Collaborative receives EPIC-N certification
| psu.edu
The Sustainable Communities Collaborative program in the Penn State Sustainability Institute recently received a newly created certification, which evaluates the impact and success of experiential learning projects based on the UN's Sustainable Development Goals and criteria set by the EPIC (Educational Partnership In Communities) Network, also known as EPIC-N.
Research offers hope for new future of anthracite
| news.yahoo.com
As anthracite enjoys growth spurred by international turmoil, research continues toward finding new, non-traditional uses for the vast reserve of hard coal beneath northeastern Pennsylvania. This article mentions research from Penn State's Center for Critical Minerals.
Climate Solutions Symposium calls for posters from students, researchers
| psu.edu
Undergraduate and graduate students, post-docs, extension educators and faculty are encouraged to present climate-related posters at an in-person poster session focused on climate solutions, for the upcoming Penn State Climate Solutions Symposium. The poster registration deadline is May 17.
Tonya Peeples named interim Harold and Inge Marcus Dean of Engineering
| psu.edu
Tonya Peeples, senior associate dean and professor of chemical engineering in the Penn State College of Engineering, has been appointed as the interim Harold and Inge Marcus Dean of Engineering, effective July 1. Peeples will succeed Anthony Atchley in the role, following his retirement at the end of June.
Materials society pays tribute to Zi-Kui Lui with honorary symposium
| psu.edu
The Minerals, Metals and Materials Society (TMS) celebrated the career of Zi-Kiu Liu, the Dorothy Pate Enright Professor in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at Penn State, with an honorary symposium recognizing his impact on the fields of computational materials science and materials design.
Energy, environmental seed grants awarded to interdisciplinary research teams
| psu.edu
The 19 interdisciplinary research teams that received funding include more than 75 researchers who are affiliated with 10 colleges and research units across seven Penn State campuses.
Projects to advance zero-waste water research, solutions
| psu.edu
A new master agreement worth up to up to $6 million will support Penn State research efforts to develop scientific and engineering sustainable water solutions.
WATCH: Craig J. Newschaffer shares perspective on music and community health
| psu.edu
In a video series titled “Perspective: Leaders at Penn State,” Craig J. Newschaffer, Raymond E. and Erin Stuart Schultz Dean of the College of Health and Human Development at Penn State, shares his love for playing music with others as an opportunity to experience the magic of a group being a force multiplier of individual efforts.
Students earn digital badge for sustainability-focused activities in new program
| psu.edu
In 2015, the United Nations member states adopted a series of 17 Sustainable Development Goals to address global challenges, such as poverty, inequality, climate change, environmental degradation, peace and justice. A new program in the Penn State College of Engineering seeks to highlight the SDGs by offering digital micro-credential badges to students who complete related coursework and extracurricular activities.
Penn State junior Vancie Peacock named 2023 Udall Scholar
| psu.edu
Vancie Peacock, a Penn State junior majoring in biological engineering, has been awarded a 2023 Udall Scholarship. The scholarship recognizes U.S. college sophomores and juniors for leadership, public service and commitment to Native American issues or the environment.
Three selected as Administrative Fellows for 2023-24
| psu.edu
The Administrative Fellows for the 2023-24 academic year are Melissa Doberstein, program director, Presidential Leadership Academy, Schreyer Honors College; Scarlett Miller, professor of engineering design and industrial engineering, College of Engineering; and Juliet Pinto, associate professor, Donald P. Bellisario College of Communications. The Administrative Fellows Program offers Penn State faculty and staff the opportunity to work with senior University officers to gain knowledge and experiences pertaining to leadership in the academic community.
Once a frozen haven, climate-driven rising temperatures are rapidly thawing the Arctic permafrost, posing a major threat to communities and infrastructure. Researchers are investigating how these changes will transform rivers, with potential consequences for erosion, sediment transport, and the entire Arctic landscape. Additionally, their project incorporates art to communicate these critical findings in an engaging way. Listen to the podcast.
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