The Yale Climate & Energy Institute is a nexus for integrating the interdisciplinary efforts of scientists, engineers, architects, social scientists, and policy makers. Research associated with YCEI draws on expertise in:
Atmospheric, Ocean, and Climate Science
Mechanical, Chemical, and Environmental Engineering
Chemistry
Geology and Geophysics
Ecosystem Ecology
Population Dynamics
Infectious Disease and Public Health
Economic Forecasting
Architecture and Design
Urbanization
Policy
Funded projects and Fellowships are designed to promote collaborations that transcend traditional research boundaries and to encourage multi-disciplinary teams to seek external funding. The resulting projects have focused on issues ranging from soil ecology to ancient temperature reconstruction to improved rural cookstoves. YCEI programs and initiatives also serve to cluster research around specific topics, including Climate and Health, Urbanization, and Unconventional Resources.