Emily Grubert
Civil engineer and environmental sociologist at the University of Notre Dame who researches energy systems and the socio-technical implications of fossil fuel transitions; co-author of the Policy Forum on minimum viable scale.
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Jan 29, 2026 • 39min
Shielding astronauts from cosmic rays, and planning the end of fossil fuels
Ailey Dolgan, freelance science reporter on space radiation, explains shielding strategies, biological countermeasures, and experimental astronaut‑health tech. Joshua Lappin, historian-engineer, and Emily Grubert, civil engineer and environmental sociologist, unpack how shrinking fossil networks can fail, the concept of minimum viable scale, and why planned retirements matter. Short, sharp conversations on protecting people in space and managing energy decline.
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Apr 8, 2025 • 47min
Front Lines of the Energy Transition
Guests Noah Kaufman and Emily Grubert dive into the challenges faced by fossil fuel-dependent communities in the shift to renewable energy. Kaufman shares insights from his experience in climate policy, highlighting economic resilience strategies. Grubert discusses the critical need for planning and support as these communities transition, drawing on historical lessons. Both emphasize listening to local voices and building coalitions to navigate this complex change efficiently, ensuring a sustainable energy future for all.
