Frank N. Laird

Dr. Frank N. Laird is Professor at the University of Denver's Josef Korbel School of International Studies and faculty affiliate of the Scrivner Institute of Public Policy. His research examines renewable energy policy, climate governance, and science-technology-society interactions, with emphasis on institutional frameworks for energy transitions. He challenges conventional policy assumptions and analyzes governance challenges in funding scientific research.

Professor Laird investigates political and institutional barriers to sustainable energy transitions, policy feedback mechanisms in technological innovation, and comparative approaches to climate governance. His work emphasizes the complexities of moving beyond fossil fuel dependency and improving science policy frameworks.