Vivek Shastry

Energy and Development @ColumbiaUEnergy | PhD @TheLBJSchool | Ex @SELCOFoundation

[Vivek Shastry @svivekshastry]

Building on decades of problem-centric and restorative dimensions of energy research, we introduce energy opportunity as a solutions-centric concept that frames sustainable energy as a catalyst for well-being and prosperity.

Welcome all thoughts! 📄https://t.co/HmrJsZ4S09

[Center on Global Energy Policy @ColumbiaUEnergy]

New commentary by @svivekshastry, @andrewnkamau, Qëndresa Krasniqi, and @DrDianaHernandz sheds light on the pervasive energy access hurdles faced by developing and developed nations.

They introduce "energy opportunity" as a framework for driving impactful research and action.

[Center on Global Energy Policy @ColumbiaUEnergy]

📢 @ColumbiaUEnergy and @RockefellerFdn are launching the High-Level Panel on Universal Energy Abundance.

Chaired by Former President of Chile @mbachelet, the panel will examine how to dramatically expand energy access across emerging and developing economies. ⚡

Read the announcement: https://t.co/EtM8hyt5FR

[Jason Bordoff @JasonBordoff]

So excited to launch this major new initiative today from @ColumbiaUEnergy in partnership with @RockefellerFdn. Electricity access for 730m who lack it is an urgent priority, but vastly more energy use is required to deliver meaningful prosperity to billions more. 1/2

[Center on Global Energy Policy @ColumbiaUEnergy]

CGEP expert @svivekshastry tells @insideclimate reporter @DanGearino that it's important for the #AI and data center industries to find ways to provide local benefits to host communities and to minimize any negative effects on household electricity costs.
https://t.co/52ocrNLJpp

[Center on Global Energy Policy @ColumbiaUEnergy]

The #AI boom is driving massive new electricity demand.

💻 In our latest #EnergyExplained blog post, CGEP experts @svivekshastry and @DrDianaHernandz explore how smart regulation can make AI growth a catalyst for energy equity and affordability, not inequality.

Read here 👇

[Center on Global Energy Policy @ColumbiaUEnergy]

How can African countries expand electricity access?

💻 In our latest #EnergyExplained blog post, CGEP expert @svivekshastry explores how aligning industrial and household electrification can drive inclusive growth across Africa: https://t.co/ANRiyzTDJu

[Center on Global Energy Policy @ColumbiaUEnergy]

Extreme heat and power outages are two of the fastest-growing climate risks in the US—and they're colliding.

A new CGEP report explores how residents of North Lawndale, Chicago, experience these dual threats and what it means for energy justice. 🧵👇

[Center on Global Energy Policy @ColumbiaUEnergy]

30 years ago this week, 700+ people—mostly low-income, elderly, & Black—died in the 1995 Chicago heat wave.

A CGEP report shows how extreme heat & outages still threaten communities like North Lawndale: https://t.co/UYMwBW0ayq

Cooling isn't a luxury: it's a public health need.

[Center on Global Energy Policy @ColumbiaUEnergy]

Upcoming Event | July 8, 9am, Washington DC: Energy and policy experts discuss the future of advancing energy access, affordability, sustainability both domestically and globally. @wallyadeyemo, @JasonBordoff, Jon Elkind, @Nancyb_Lee (@CGDev), Billy Pizer (@rff), @MssZeeUsman (@AfricaCarnegie). https://t.co/SpF6RuONtF

[Center on Global Energy Policy @ColumbiaUEnergy]

🗓️ Monday, July 7
📍 Washington DC

Join @ColumbiaUEnergy and @rff for a conversation on the major findings of "Powerless", the structural drivers of energy inequity, and the bold, actionable policies needed to make safe, affordable energy a reality for all.

Register now ⬇️

[Center on Global Energy Policy @ColumbiaUEnergy]

Day 2: Energy experts and policy leaders discuss the future of advancing energy access, affordability, sustainability both domestically and globally. Speakers include: @wallyadeyemo, @JasonBordoff, @Nancyb_Lee (@CGDev), Billy Pizer (@rff), @MssZeeUsman (@AfricaCarnegie).

[Center on Global Energy Policy @ColumbiaUEnergy]

Day 1 (Jul 7): Book talk on "Powerless: The People’s Struggle for Energy" co-authored by Diana Hernández (@ColumbiaMSPH) and Jennifer Laird. Discussion will be moderated by @JasonBordoff and kicked off by Carlos Martín, @rff VP for Research and Policy Engagement.

[Center on Global Energy Policy @ColumbiaUEnergy]

From Jul 7-8: If you're in the Washington DC area, join us for the Third Annual #EnergyOpportunityForum. It's a 2-day event offering policymakers and other stakeholders a chance to engage directly on topics critical to energy affordability and access. https://t.co/ijT6LeB7iM

[Center on Global Energy Policy @ColumbiaUEnergy]

New from @UtilityDive: CGEP experts @DrDianaHernandz & @svivekshastry outline urgent roles for cities, states, and utilities.

Read more ⬇️https://t.co/JK3J4ZAL6z

[Center on Global Energy Policy @ColumbiaUEnergy]

Millions of Americans are struggling to keep their lights on—and the energy safety net is fraying.

New from @UtilityDive: CGEP experts @DrDianaHernandz & @svivekshastry outline urgent roles for cities, states, and utilities.

Read more ⬇️
https://t.co/JK3J4ZAL6z

[Vivek Shastry @svivekshastry]

Millions face rising energy insecurity as prices climb and energy assistance is cut. @DrDianaHernandz and I write in @UtilityDive about several strategies that states, cities & utilities can deploy today to center #EnergyAffordability

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https://t.co/Ji1XUU5c0F

[Center on Global Energy Policy @ColumbiaUEnergy]

Africa's energy infrastructure is at a crossroads. Public-private partnerships (PPPs) can help meet urgent needs, but their success depends on more than financing.

In a commentary, CGEP experts @andrewnkamau, @svivekshastry & Sacha Rongé explore lessons from Africa's PPPs. 🧵👇

[J.N. Burugu @burugu_j]

1/2 CRA @DRSKenya engaged with the
Humanitarian Energy for Livelihoods & Life Opportunities (HELLO) team from Columbia University on their project aimed at enhancing access to sustainable energy in Kakuma Refugee Camp @svivekshastry, @andrewnkamau, @ColumbiaUEnergy @ENERGYKENYA

[Varun Rai @raivarun81]

@svivekshastry @TheLBJSchool @ColumbiaUEnergy @SELCOFoundation These impacts often reinforce one another, creating 𝐯𝐢𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐨𝐮𝐬 𝐜𝐲𝐜𝐥𝐞𝐬 of livelihood improvement and resilience. The cascading effects suggest that 𝐃𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐌𝐬 𝐦𝐚𝐲 𝐛𝐞 𝐟𝐚𝐫 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐧 𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐥𝐲 𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐨𝐝.

[Varun Rai @raivarun81]

@svivekshastry @TheLBJSchool @ColumbiaUEnergy @SELCOFoundation While the financial benefits of increased productivity and income generation were expected, the study revealed that DREAMs catalyze 𝐧𝐨𝐧-𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐬—like improved health, social capital through strengthened community networks, and enhanced self-confidence.

[Varun Rai @raivarun81]

[𝑵𝒆𝒘 𝑷𝒂𝒑𝒆𝒓] In a new paper w/ @svivekshastry, we show the circular & multi-dimensional nature of resilience-building enabled by Decentralized Renewable Energy Assisted Machines (DREAMs): https://t.co/xL1j9LzSto

@TheLBJSchool @ColumbiaUEnergy @SELCOFoundation