Solar Energy
Solar energy is derived from the sun’s rays and can be converted into electricity or heat through the use of solar panels.
Wind Energy
Wind energy is generated by harnessing the power of the wind using wind turbines to convert it into electricity.
Hydropower
Hydropower is generated by harnessing the energy of flowing water through dams and reservoirs to generate electricity.
Geothermal Energy
Geothermal energy is derived from the heat beneath the Earth’s surface and used to generate electricity and heat through geothermal power plants.
Biomass Energy
Biomass energy is derived from organic materials such as wood and crop residues, used to generate heat and electricity.
Kyle Whyte is a notable scholar and professor at the University of Michigan, holding positions such as the George Willis Pack Professor in the School for Environment and Sustainability and Professor of Philosophy. Specializing in environmental justice, his work critically examines climate policy and Indigenous peoples’ ethics, emphasizing the nexus between cooperative scientific endeavors and Indigenous justice. As an enrolled Citizen Potawatomi Nation member, he brings a vital perspective to his roles as a U.S. Science Envoy and member of the White House Environmental Justice Advisory Council. His influential research is supported by various prestigious organizations including the National Science Foundation, and disseminated through publications in high-impact journals. Kyle actively contributes to global Indigenous research methodologies and education, with affiliations to numerous institutes and societies dedicated to traditional knowledge and sustainability. Recognized for his academic and community engagement, Kyle has earned multiple awards and served in various visiting professorships. His efforts extend to leadership positions on boards and committees focused on environmental justice nationwide.