Reading Group: Topics in Renewable Energy and Transmission Development

During October 2026, Dr. Dan Schrag, Co-Director of the Belfer Center's Science, Technology and Public Policy Program, and clean energy entrepreneur Michael Skelly will host four discussions on carbon-free energy and the U.S. electric grid. The reading list introduces four practical debates shaping renewable energy development. The selections favor journalistic essays, policy explainers, and case studies written for highly educated readers who do not need a strong foundation in electricity policy.

Sessions:

• Thursday, 10/15, 3:00-5:00 PM - Fainsod Room (Littauer 324)
• Tuesday, 10/20, 1:00-3:00 PM, Nye A (Taubman 520)
• Thursday, 10/22, 2:00-4:00 PM, Wexner 102
• Thursday, 10/29, 2:00-4:00 PM, Belfer Library

Expectations for Participants:

• This reading group is open to all Harvard University ID holders.
• Registration is not required. Seating is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.
• Participants are not required to attend all four sessions. 
• Participants are expected to complete the readings before each session they attend. Readings are available here.

Questions? Contact Karin Vander Schaaf (karin_vander_schaaf@hks.harvard.edu).