Event Overview
Join the Cornell Atkinson Center for Sustainability to celebrate 15 years of advancing research to impact policy, practices, products, and public opinion. Cornell Atkinson has been at the forefront of advancing sustainability efforts by uniting experts and external partners to address complex global challenges. By transforming knowledge to impact through this work, the Center’s legacy of impact is defined by groundbreaking collaborations, innovative solutions, and a commitment to a more sustainable future. This event aims to showcase the work of Cornell Atkinson while celebrating the partnerships and researchers that make its work possible.
Agenda
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9:00 AM – 9:10 AM
Opening Remarks by David Lodge, Director of the Cornell Atkinson Center for Sustainability
9:10 AM – 9:25 AM
Remarks by Provost Kavita Bala, Cornell University
9:25 AM – 10:15 AM
The Value of Visionary Partnerships: Why Cornell Atkinson
10:15 AM – 10:45 AM
Driving Change: Showcasing the Transformative Impact of Cornell Atkinson, Part One
Session Topics:
- Deep Geothermal Energy
- Birds, Bees, and Conservation
10:45 AM – 11:00 AM — Networking Break
11:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Driving Change: Showcasing the Transformative Impact of Cornell Atkinson, Part Two
Session Topics:
- Dairy Sustainability
- Coffee Supply Chain Biodiversity
11:30 AM – 1:00 PM — Lunch & Networking Break
1:00 PM – 1:45 PM
Radical Collaboration: Influencing the World Through Sustainability Research
1:45 PM – 3:00 PM — Break
3:00 PM – 3:45 PM
Driving Change: Showcasing the Transformative Impact of Cornell Atkinson, Part Three
Session Topics:
- Closed Green Loop Battery Circularity
- Drought Modeling
3:45 PM - 4:00 PM
Closing Remarks by David Lodge, Director, Cornell Atkinson
7:30 PM: The Future of U.S. Climate Policy
G-01 Gates Hall and Livestream Registration Forthcoming








