Bridging Science and Policy for Effective Environmental Management
Develop a policy framework that bridges environmental science and public policy to address uncertainties and knowledge gaps in real-world environmental challenges.
Swapnil Mishra
DREAM Venture Labs
Mondays, 8:00 P.M. ET / 5:00 P.M. PT
8 weeks, 2-3 hours per weekDescription
In today’s environmental policy sector, the ability to transform scientific data into actionable, evidence-based policy solutions is a fundamental skill sought after in entry-level roles across government agencies, NGOs, and private companies. In this Build Project, you'll step into the role of an environmental policy analyst and develop practical solutions to real-world challenges like nuclear waste management and lead contamination. Under the guidance of your instructor, you'll analyze scientific research, assess stakeholder concerns, and craft well-informed policy recommendations that balance both environmental and societal needs. You'll become familiar with industry tools and methodologies such as stakeholder mapping and policy analysis frameworks. All this will take place in an environment that mirrors the operations of a real-world environmental policy team, providing hands-on experience in addressing global environmental challenges.
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What you will learn
- Assess the theoretical and practical complexities at the science-policy interface by exploring real-world environmental cases from government, civil society, and private sector perspectives.
- Evaluate and describe the complexity of science-policy relations, developing critical-thinking and communication skills through written assignments and oral presentations.
- Collaborate effectively in teams, leveraging complementary knowledge and skills to address real-world environmental challenges and formulate innovative policy solutions.
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About the Fellow
Swapnil Mishra
DREAM Venture Labs
Visit Swapnil's LinkedInSwapnil Mishra is an Environmental Science Build Fellow at DREAM Venture Labs, where he collaborates with students leading projects that bridge science and policy for effective environmental management. Swapnil is also a Solar Energy Specialist at Sunbender LLC, where he focuses on leveraging his advanced knowledge of environmental science to educate users and raise awareness about the significant benefits of solar energy for both the environment and individual budgets in the United States. Swapnil has over three years of experience in the environmental field. Before his current positions, he worked as a Health Physicist for DDES, LLC, and CN Associates, Inc., as well as an Analytical Chemist for Alpha Analytical. He holds a B.A. in Economics and Environmental Studies from Knox College in Galesburg, IL, and an M.S. in Environmental Science and Policy from Clark University in Worcester, MA. A fun fact about Swapnil is that he recently started a “Dream Club” in Boston, where participants share a dream they’ve recently had to be collectively psychoanalyzed by the group, exploring the narratives scripted by the subconscious.