FORT WORTH, Texas - Associate Professor Gina Warren traveled to Buenos Aires this summer to share her research on sustainable energy development and to acquire a better understanding of Argentina’s anticipated energy boom.
“For the first time in decades, Argentina is a net importer of energy and its energy needs are expected to continue to grow,” she said. “The goal is that with collaboration, interested parties can gain a better understanding of the challenges facing each nation, honestly assess the lessons learned from prior energy development and identify sustainable solutions for our global future,” Warren said.
In the coming years, Argentina plans to install at least two large hydroelectric facilities in the southern Santa Cruz province. In addition, the country plans to commence significant exploitation of oil and gas from the Vaca Muerta shale play located in the Neuquén province. By some estimates, the Vaca Muerta is the third largest reserve of oil and gas in the world.
“Building relationships like the ones Professor Warren has created in Argentina broaden our students’ educational opportunities and can lead to international collaborations that strengthen our faculty,” said Dean Andy Morriss.
Warren’s primary research focus is on sustainable energy, hydropower and climate change. For more, visit her SSRN author’s page.