Gang He

Dr. Gang He is an Assistant Professor of energy policy at Stony Brook University's Department of Technology and Society, and a Guest Faculty in the China Energy Group at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory. His research focuses on energy modeling, economics, and climate policy, particularly addressing challenges in transitioning to low-carbon energy systems.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Energy and Resources, University of California, Berkeley
• M.A. in Climate and Society, Columbia University
• B.S. in Geography, Peking University

Research Interests: Dr. He explores the energy-water-air-health nexus, developing tools like the SWITCH-China model to analyze clean power transitions while balancing environmental, climate, and infrastructure constraints. His work emphasizes policy coordination, carbon pricing, and renewable energy integration.

Awards:

• Cynthia Helms Fellow at World Resources Institute (2008)

Professional Experience: Previously at Stanford University’s Program on Energy and Sustainable Development (2008–2010). Active in global energy policy analysis, advocating for strategies to align climate, air quality, and water sustainability goals.