A Call for Authentic Black Engagement
“Navigating academic spaces dominated by systems of white supremacy and oppression- while difficult for Black faculty, students, and staff- is our norm.”
Author: Dr. Tony G. Reames
Tony G. Reames is an assistant professor in the School for Environment & Sustainability (SEAS) at the University of Michigan. He has a PhD in public administration from the University of Kansas. He is a licensed Professional Engineer (PE) with a Master of Engineering Management from Kansas State University, and a Bachelor of Science in civil engineering from North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University. Dr. Reames leads the Urban Energy Justice Lab and his research investigates the fair and equitable access to affordable, reliable, clean energy, and explores the production and persistence of energy disparities across race, class, and place.
Michigan environmental justice council to take on energy access and pollution | Energy News Network
“A lot of the environmental justice challenges we have are closely related to our energy production and energy consumption,” said Tony Reames, director of the University of Michigan’s Urban Energy … Continue reading Michigan environmental justice council to take on energy access and pollution | Energy News Network
Grammy Album of the Year Winner Wrote a Song about Climate Change
In December, Billie Eilish, the 18-year-old singer-songwriter redefining pop stardom, told the LA Times she has climate anxiety. It’s taken the form of bad dreams, spooky lyrics, and high fashion. Eilish … Continue reading Grammy Album of the Year Winner Wrote a Song about Climate Change
Dr. Reames and 20 Others Selected for Michigan’s First Environmental Justice Advisory Council
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 23, 2020 Twenty-one Michiganders Selected for the State’s First Environmental Justice Advisory Council LANSING, Mich. – Twenty-one Michiganders have been selected to the state’s first Michigan Advisory Council … Continue reading Dr. Reames and 20 Others Selected for Michigan’s First Environmental Justice Advisory Council
New ‘Solar with Justice’ report offers lessons to guide implementation of solar in under-resourced communities
In the new “Solar with Justice” report, under-resourced communities confront inequalities in solar development. The research puts a spotlight on how solar projects can be deployed in communities to bring … Continue reading New ‘Solar with Justice’ report offers lessons to guide implementation of solar in under-resourced communities
The science and controversy behind your lightbulbs
Dr. Reames is featured in a new video from The Verge exploring “The science and controversy behind your lightbulbs.” The tech that powers your lightbulbs has made huge leaps forward … Continue reading The science and controversy behind your lightbulbs
The making of a great rum begins with clean energy and efficiency
The Green Scholar is always looking for green activities. Upon visiting and touring the Bacardi Rum Factory in Puerto Rico, I learned that 80% of the operations energy is produced … Continue reading The making of a great rum begins with clean energy and efficiency
A Special Thank You, $2007 Raised to Fight Breast Cancer!
Here’s a big THANK YOU to everyone who supported my birthday month efforts to raise funds for the American Cancer Society’s “Real Men Wear Pink” Campaign. Thanks to the following … Continue reading A Special Thank You, $2007 Raised to Fight Breast Cancer!
Eco-Music Monday: Michael Jackson “Earth Song”
#EcoMusic Monday #MichaelJackson #EarthSong
Birthday Appeal… please read
Hello Friends, It’s my BIRTHDAY! This year I decided to join the Real Men Wear Pink Campaign to raise funds for the fight against breast cancer. Many, if not all, … Continue reading Birthday Appeal… please read
Detroit’s Water Woes is a Telling Tale for Other Cities
In 2014, United Nations officials sharply criticized Detroit’s practice of shutting off water for residents who couldn’t pay their bills. This year, more than 18,000 residents have been at risk of losing their access.
Friday Funny: Climate Change
Not really funny though…
