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Our Mission

Investing in collaborative, multidisciplinary and mission-oriented research, education and innovation to advance secure, competitive energy supplies for a sustainable, clean environment and a strong economy.

Key elements of the ISEEE mission include:

  • Developing and promoting a collaborative vision and strategic focus for expanded research and education in energy and environment at the U of C

  • Initiating and coordinating major collaborative research and academic initiatives in energy, environment and economy, and attracting/facilitating funding for such initiatives

  • Developing and facilitating collaboration across units at the U of C and with industry, government and other research organizations, to achieve synergies and increase effectiveness, improve funding, and ensure critical mass, excellence and international recognition

  • Facilitating integration of research, development and innovation activity in energy, environment and economy with advanced education and the development of highly qualified personnel

  • Promoting and providing impartial and scientifically sound information on energy and environment issues

  • Building the image and identity for the University in the area of energy, environment and economy