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Nikki Luke is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Geography at the University of Tennessee Knoxville, specializing in urban political ecology, energy justice, and the intersection of race, gender, and labor in urban contexts. Her research examines how power structures shape energy governance and impact marginalized communities, with a regional focus on the US South.
Education: Ph.D. in Geography from the University of Georgia. Her work bridges critical urban theory, environmental justice, and labor studies to analyze systemic inequities in energy systems. She is particularly interested in advancing community-driven solutions to energy poverty and advocating for socially just energy transitions.
Research Themes: Articles highlight topics like racial capitalism's role in energy policy (2024), reparations frameworks in urban contexts (2023), and the gendered dimensions of energy poverty (2022). Her work frequently critiques existing power structures while proposing transformative policy alternatives.
Advising & Grants: While specific students/grants are not listed, her CV notes engagement with community organizations and advocacy for disadvantaged workers in renewable energy sectors. She has collaborated on initiatives linking clean energy access to labor rights.
Labs/Teams: Active in UTK's Human Geography research cluster, focusing on urban sustainability and equity. Collaborates with regional NGOs on energy justice projects.
