Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability

Launched in 2022 as Stanford University’s first new school in 75 years. For life on Earth. Forever.

[Stanford Center for Ocean Solutions @oceansolutions]

New @Nature research highlights big impacts of small-scale fisheries to inform policy & practice.

"For a long time, there was no global policy effort dedicated to small-scale fisheries," says co-author Nicole Franz, who will join @oceansolutions in Feb⤵️ https://t.co/5ofib7MkC2

[Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability @stanforddoerr]

Despite much potential, sodium-ion batteries may still be several years away from being able to compete as a low-cost alternative to lithium-ion batteries, according to new research. Read why: https://t.co/kNuqS4SAWq

[Stanford ENERGY @StanfordEnergy]

Sodium-ion batteries need breakthroughs to compete

Sodium-ion batteries, while promising, still face significant challenges before they can compete in lithium-ion batteries’ $50 billion a year market, a new study in @NatureEnergyJnl shows. The research, conducted by Stanford's new STEER program, analyzed more than 6,000 scenarios to evaluate sodium-ion batteries' potential.

Despite assumptions about lower costs and more resilient supply chains, sodium-ion batteries currently store less energy per pound than lithium-ion batteries, making their cost per unit of energy stored higher. To become competitive, particularly against lithium-iron-phosphate batteries, developers need to increase energy densities without using critical minerals like nickel, which many current designs rely on.

The researchers emphasize that simply scaling up production won't be enough to make sodium-ion batteries cost-competitive; significant engineering advances are needed. However, developing alternatives to lithium-ion batteries remains important for energy security and supply chain resilience, especially given China's recent restrictions on graphite exports and its control of 90% of the global graphite supply.

The study, by STEER leaders Sally Benson, William Chueh, and Adrian Yao, represents a novel approach to evaluating emerging energy technologies and providing guidance on innovation and investment strategies for the energy transition.

Read the news here:
https://t.co/1VJK9Q3V2O

Read the study here:
https://t.co/2PhjVf4pUO

[Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability @stanforddoerr]

Geologist Mathieu Lapôtre is joined by @oceansolutions scholars to answer questions about the impacts of ocean sand mining and the role of sand in climate change adaptation: https://t.co/2Vy5BzFV3T

[Stanford Center for Ocean Solutions @oceansolutions]

Sand is the 2nd most used natural resource on Earth

@oceansolutions @stanforddoerr experts discuss how increased demand for sand has shifted attention to mining it from the ocean, often at the expense of coastal communities ➡️ https://t.co/FlDASgcwH3

@jb_jouffray @marslogander

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Five @KnightHennessy scholars including @stanforddoerr environment and resources PhD students Hannah Melville-Rea and Leona Neftaliem talk friendship, dance parties, and building authentic connections in this recent podcast episode. https://t.co/774WUao3a6

[KnightHennessy @KnightHennessy]

Hear from scholars Sanaa Alam, Hannah Melville-Rea, Leona Neftaliem, Jocelyn Ricard, and Takondwa Semphere, friends who found each other at KHS. Willie Thompson and Ashley Yeh interview the group on how friendship fuels their growth. https://t.co/wQFlM65iWC

[Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability @stanforddoerr]

Interested in innovating scalable solutions to pressing sustainability challenges? 🔔 Reminder that applications for the Stanford Sustainability Accelerator Fellowship close Dec. 31. Details: https://t.co/YTzy6Odia4

[Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability @stanforddoerr]

➡️ Apply now for the Stanford Sustainability Accelerator Postdoctoral Fellowship, designed to support innovators to launch scalable real-world technology and policy solutions. Applications due Dec. 31: https://t.co/YTzy6Odia4

[Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability @stanforddoerr]

#AGU24 kicks off today in Washington, DC 🌎🚀 To all of our scholars attending, be sure to tag us @stanforddoerr as you share your experience throughout the week!

[AGU (American Geophysical Union) @theAGU]

🌍 Welcome to Day 1 of #AGU24! With over 28,000 attendees from 100+ countries, we’re thrilled to kick off this incredible week in Washington, D.C., exploring the theme “What’s Next for Science.” 🚀

https://t.co/LiScliT9PX

Here’s a suggested itinerary to help you plan:

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Stanford study documents sinking in San Joaquin Valley and looks for potential solutions https://t.co/TUHPK4i2nf

[Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability @stanforddoerr]

🔔 Reminder: Apply by Monday, Nov. 11 for the Dean’s Sustainability Leaders Postdoctoral Fellowship Program, designed to support outstanding scholars in sustainability who are also leaders in diversity and inclusion. https://t.co/G16VhlOgyr

[Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability @stanforddoerr]

📢 Postdoc fellowship opportunity: Apply by Nov. 11 for the @stanforddoerr Dean's Sustainability Leaders Postdoctoral Fellowship. The program supports outstanding scholars in sustainability who are also leaders in diversity and inclusion. https://t.co/G16VhlOgyr

[Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability @stanforddoerr]

Human health ↔️ planetary well-being: A new center at Stanford seeks to address the interconnected challenges of global health & environmental sustainability. https://t.co/91cDCQd0Gg

The Center for Human and Planetary Health is a joint effort with @StanfordWoods & @StanfordCIGH

[Stanford Woods Institute @StanfordWoods]

🎊 Announcing the launch of the Stanford Center for Human and Planetary Health, a collaboration between @stanforddoerr + @StanfordMed and housed at @StanfordWoods! The center will tackle challenges at the intersection of health, climate change & more. https://t.co/gg6MBAziln

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Innovative ocean technology is critical for deepening understanding, democratizing data, and monitoring marine life, said leaders from Stanford, @SRI, and @MontereyAq at a recent event. Recap: https://t.co/jazV9TQays

📸: SRI

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Managing director of the Stanford Center for Carbon Storage Sarah Saltzer served on the standard development committee for CarbonStar, a new standard to quantify the carbon impact of concrete across the US and Canada.

[Smart Surfaces Coalition @_SmartSurfaces]

Excited to announce the launch of #CarbonStar, a new binational standard to quantify the carbon impact of concrete. CarbonStar® will help manufacturers, designers & builders make greener, more sustainable choices for a lower-carbon future! Check it out at https://t.co/8VPPE6xZBS!

[Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability @stanforddoerr]

➡️ Apply now for the Stanford Sustainability Accelerator Postdoctoral Fellowship, designed to support innovators to launch scalable real-world technology and policy solutions. Applications due Dec. 31: https://t.co/YTzy6Odia4

[Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability @stanforddoerr]

This year, @StanfordWoods marks 2 decades of impact 🌎 Learn more about the institute, which is now part of @stanforddoerr, and how its interdisciplinary approach has redefined the relationship between science, policy, and real-world solutions. https://t.co/Xof5AqsObx

[Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability @stanforddoerr]

🌿 As #COP16Colombia continues this week, representatives from @NatCapProject are in conversation about mainstreaming natural capital and use cases for decision making and investment.

[Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability @stanforddoerr]

New graduate degree program alert: In Environmental Social Sciences, @stanforddoerr’s newest department, PhD students will learn with faculty in disciplines including psychology, sociology, economics, anthropology, and more. https://t.co/mb72DczE4k

[Stanford Center for Ocean Solutions @oceansolutions]

🏆✨🌊🎥 We're delighted to share that our "Oceans in a new light" video won a @CASEAdvance award!

This short film showcases how @oceansolutions, @Dionne_Group, @PICRCPalau are developing an optical sensor to help monitor marine species ➡️ https://t.co/lhiwWDujf6

📸 A. Brodhead

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🎭 A new play written and directed by postdoctoral fellow Ali Namayandeh debuted at Stanford this month, combining scientific research, community interviews, & the arts to raise awareness about issues such as environmental injustice. Recap: https://t.co/e2bSeceCD5
📸: Frank Chen

[Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability @stanforddoerr]

📢 Postdoc fellowship opportunity: Apply by Nov. 11 for the @stanforddoerr Dean's Sustainability Leaders Postdoctoral Fellowship. The program supports outstanding scholars in sustainability who are also leaders in diversity and inclusion. https://t.co/G16VhlOgyr

[Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability @stanforddoerr]

A new open-source tool democratizes the ability to design instruments for monitoring ice sheets – making it easier for scientists to understand how ice sheets contribute to global sea-level rise. https://t.co/6qXoarChzh @RadioGlaciology

[Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability @stanforddoerr]

President of @WorldBank Ajay Banga discussed the interconnectedness of global challenges in a recent conversation with leaders from @HooverInst and @stanforddoerr.
🎥 Highlights: https://t.co/4Gaq4oO1g8
📸: Patrick Beaudouin