Martin J. Pasqualetti

Dr. Martin J. Pasqualetti is a Professor in the School of Geographical Sciences and Urban Planning at Arizona State University (ASU), and a Senior Sustainability Scientist at the Julie Ann Wrigley Global Institute of Sustainability. He serves as Co-Director of the Energy Policy Innovation Center (EPIC) and holds leadership roles in organizations such as the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) and the Land Art Generator Initiative (LAGI). His research bridges energy systems and societal impacts, focusing on renewable energy landscapes, nuclear decommissioning, and the food-energy-water nexus. He has advised numerous governmental and non-governmental organizations, including the U.S. Department of Energy and the National Academy of Sciences.

Education details are not explicitly listed, but Dr. Pasqualetti’s work reflects advanced expertise in energy geography and policy. His research interests span energy policy, public acceptance of renewable technologies, and sustainable urban planning. Notable contributions include co-authoring Arizona’s energy emergency response plan and editing pivotal books on renewable energy landscapes and nuclear waste management.

His scientific awards include the Alexander and Ilse Melamid Gold Medal (2015) for international contributions to energy studies, recognition as Alumnus of the Year by UC Riverside (2018), and election as a Fellow of the American Association of Geographers (2019). He actively collaborates with interdisciplinary teams through ASU’s Global Futures Laboratory and editorial boards of over a dozen journals.

Advisory roles include chairing the Solar Energy Advisory Council in Arizona and contributing to federal and state energy policy frameworks. His work emphasizes balancing technological innovation with environmental and societal values, reflected in projects like agrivoltaics and scenic preservation in renewable energy development.