Recently, New Mexico State University‘s Arrowhead Center held a panel discussion where experts shared their insights on emerging technologies and strategies for a sustainable future.
The panel, titled “What’s Next for Climate Tech in New Mexico?”, included climate policy advisors, executives from the renewable energy industry, representatives focused on clean energy resilience, and officials from the state office of Strategy, Science, and Technology within the New Mexico Economic Development Department.
New Mexico State University created the Arrowhead Center as an engine for sustainable economic development.
The center partners with the New Mexico Clean Energy Resilience and Growth to assist with business growth and technology development for clean energy technology companies across the state.
The center also partners with the American Indian Business Enterprise, a business accelerator open to Native Americans in New Mexico.
In related news, the University of New Mexico has announced that undergraduate students interested in climate science research can apply for the Grand Challenges Climate Science Communication Fellowship, previously known as the Water Science Communication Fellowship.
According to the press release, the fellowship program is looking for 10 to 12 students for the next cohort, which will begin in the spring.
Kamryn Zachek, the current student lead for the Grand Challenges Fellowship, stated that the program is crucial not only for UNM students and staff but also for the broader Albuquerque community.
It provides an opportunity for learning and engagement with research aimed at addressing a significant issue affecting all New Mexicans: sustainable water resources and climate change.
Zachek explained that participating students can engage in collegiate-level research in a low-stakes environment while learning about the current state of climate science research.
Each student receives a $1,000 stipend and collaborates with mentors to create a communication project designed to educate the public on a climate science-related topic.
The research used for these projects can come from either the students or their faculty mentors.
Students can choose their communication methods—such as paintings, podcasts, or videos—and work together as a cohort to develop and refine their projects.
These projects will be presented at the UNM Undergraduate Research Opportunity Conference (UROC) during the spring semester and will also be featured on UNM’s websites.
Applications are now open and can be found on the Undergraduate Research, Arts, and Design Network (URAD) website. The application deadline is December 1.
Zachek emphasized that no prior experience is required to apply for the fellowship, and any undergraduate student from any department is welcome. There are no prerequisites for participation.
Through their involvement in the fellowship, students can acquire valuable skills such as professional communication, public speaking, technical writing, and time management, all while working closely with a mentor on a climate science topic that interests them.
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