UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — A new bachelor of science degree in energy and sustainability policy will prepare students for careers in the rapidly evolving field of energy policy.
The new degree is being offered online by Penn State’s College of Earth and Mineral Sciences through Penn State World Campus.
The 120-credit degree program will prepare students to work with a variety of types of organizations — from commercial firms to regulatory agencies to nonprofit advocacy groups, said Vera Cole, the lead faculty member of the degree program.
“The energy field is growing and changing quickly,” Cole said. “The more we understand about climate change, the more we realize that our businesses and markets need to adapt. This degree will position our graduates to influence business and market decisions and help lead sustainability efforts in the U.S. and worldwide.”