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Offered for the second consecutive year, faculty from Arizona State University, Duke University, the University of Michigan and Cornell University in partnership with representatives from industry, government and NGO's provide a unique collaborative learning experience for upper division undergraduate students and early in career graduate students. No more than 40 exceptional students will be accepted this year. Held this year on the campus of Duke University, the program will run 24-31 May 2008. Expenses for accepted students are covered by the generous donations of our industry partners. Students will need to follow the application process (due 18 April) at www.TeachEnergy.org. Students are required to obtain 2 faculty references, provide GPA's and complete a written statement of purpose. This is a unique learning experience that explores sustainability, biocomplexity, conventional and renewable energy, demand side management, climate-energy systems, policy, national security, economics and the role of institutions. Students will get hands-on experiences at actual generation facilities and demonstration sites in addition to lectures and discussions with thought leaders.

This competition is looking for ideas that can change the world. As a student at UC Berkeley you are in prime position to take advantage of this institution’s leadership in the fields of science, engineering, business, law, and public policy to solve our glaring energy & environmental challenges. Are you developing new energy technology? Have you created an environmental policy that will help clean up global emissions? Do you have an innovative model for an energy business or non-profit organization? Perhaps you have an idea that will help alleviate hunger and poverty through renewable decentralized sources of energy. We want to help you make it happen. Society and the University of California have an interest in seeing your ideas move forward. This competition will provide grants to help you execute on your ideas. Entrepreneurs, investors, companies, venture capitalists, and policy makers have focused on this field like never before and they are looking for the next big idea. This moment in time provides an unparalleled opportunity for you to step forward and make a difference.