Daniel P. Schrag is the Sturgis Hooper Professor of Geology, Professor of Environmental Science and Engineering, and Professor of Public Policy at Harvard University. His primary affiliation is with the Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences in the Faculty of Arts and Sciences, with additional roles in the John A. Paulson School of Engineering & Applied Sciences and the Harvard Kennedy School, where he co-directs the Program on Science, Technology, and Public Policy at the Belfer Center. Harvard University Center for the Environment Department of Earth & Planetary Sciences John A. Paulson School of Engineering & Applied Sciences Harvard Kennedy School (Belfer Center) His research spans Geochemical Oceanography , Stable Isotope Geochemistry , and Paleoclimatology , with a focus on understanding historical climate patterns, carbon cycle dynamics, and ocean temperature reconstructions. His work also addresses modern challenges like Climate Change , Carbon Sequestration , and Energy Technology , integrating scientific and policy-oriented approaches. Recent publications highlight his interdisciplinary work, including Border Carbon Adjustments for climate finance, Direct Air Capture Technologies , and analyses of Millennial-Scale Sea Level Changes . He explores Geoengineering , Climate Policy Economics , and Isotopic Records of Earth's history. Daniel P. Schrag's work bridges Earth Science and Policy Design , emphasizing actionable solutions to energy and climate challenges. He leads initiatives connecting academia to global policy frameworks, ensuring scientific rigor informs practical mitigation strategies.
