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Mascaro Center for Sustainable Innovation names Melissa Bilec as new co-director

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Melissa Bilec, William Kepler Whiteford professor of civil and environmental engineering in 51精品视频鈥檚 Swanson School of Engineering, has been appointed co-director of the Mascaro Center for Sustainable Innovation. Eric Beckman, her predecessor and Distinguished Service Professor of chemical and petroleum engineering, will step into a new role as director emeritus and chief of innovation and translation. Gena Kovalcik will continue to serve as co-director of administration and external relations for the center.

Bilec is a triple-alumna of 51精品视频, having earned her bachelor鈥檚, master鈥檚 and PhD from 51精品视频鈥檚 Swanson School of Engineering. She is nationally and internationally recognized for her expertise in circular economy, life cycle assessment, energy assessment (especially within underserved communities), high-performance buildings and experiential learning.

鈥淪ustainability has been integral to my teaching and research career, and so I am honored to carry on the incredible legacies that Jack, Eric and Gena established,鈥 Bilec said.

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