Jeremy Firestone

Jeremy Firestone is a Professor at the School of Marine Science and Policy within the College of Earth, Ocean, and Environment at the University of Delaware. He holds a joint appointment as Professor at the Joseph R. Biden, Jr. School of Public Policy and Administration, reflecting his interdisciplinary work at the intersection of marine policy and public administration.

His educational background includes:

• Ph.D. in Public Policy Analysis from the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill (2000)
• J.D. from the University of Michigan Law School (1986)
• B.S. in Cellular and Molecular Biology (Honors) from the University of Michigan (1980)

Firestone's research centers on offshore wind energy development, ocean governance, and spatial planning in marine environments. His work integrates policy analysis, behavioral economics, and environmental justice frameworks to examine public attitudes, economic preferences, and regulatory challenges. Key themes include community engagement in renewable energy transitions, co-adoption of clean technologies (electric vehicles and solar), and the socio-political dimensions of marine spatial planning. His research employs mixed-methods approaches, combining survey data, spatial analysis, and policy evaluation to address real-world energy challenges.

Analysis of his recent publications (2021-2025) reveals a pronounced focus on energy justice, with increasing attention to feminist, anti-racist, and Indigenous perspectives in wind energy transitions. His work demonstrates a methodological evolution from technical assessments of offshore wind potential toward critical examinations of equity, community impacts, and procedural fairness. The research consistently addresses U.S. coastal communities while contributing to broader theoretical frameworks in energy policy and environmental governance.

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Advising and Grants: The text does not list any students advised by Professor Firestone. His research portfolio indicates sustained engagement with policy-relevant projects, including development of model legislation for offshore wind development (e.g., 'Access Framework: Model Text' and 'MODEL REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS'), outreach initiatives for coastal states and utilities, and empirical studies on public acceptance of renewable energy. These projects suggest collaboration with government agencies and industry stakeholders, though specific grant details are not provided.