Our Mission
Decreasing our dependence on fossil fuels is the defining challenge of our generation. Shifting geopolitical and environmental realities are creating a unique opportunity for a revolution in the way we produce, consume, and think about energy resources.
Meeting our energy challenge will require a coalition that includes policymakers in all levels of government, non-governmental organizations, engineers, entrepreneurs, corporate leaders, academics, and student activists. Driven by their particular concerns for the environment, economic growth, and national security, there are a growing number of energy-oriented groups. Too often, these groups work in isolation unaware of each other’s presence, resources, and reach.
Energy Crossroads (EC) is a student organization at Stanford University that recognizes the potential of collective, cross-functional thought leadership in solving the escalating energy crisis. The vision of EC is to truly be a “crossroads” of all the disciplines and perspectives that encompass the growing energy issue. Our goal is to create as many opportunities as possible for the various disciplines of energy to interact, create, and learn together. We seek to foster a community in which today’s energy leaders strengthen their bonds with each other, and create new ones with the bright and innovative leaders of tomorrow.
Stanford is an ideal venue to convene these leaders, bringing together Silicon Valley’s technology and capital, Stanford faculty expertise, California’s green values, and a wealth of student leaders in policy, technology, and advocacy. Stanford has the resources, influence, and capacity to have a meaningful impact on our energy future.