Advancing the Green Economy Writing Contest for College and Graduate Students in Rhode Island
The purpose of the Advancing the Green Economy writing contest was to provide forward-thinking college students in Rhode Island with the opportunity to shape a sustainable and green economic future through participation in the Advancing the Green Economy Conference to be held in early 2010 and featuring a renowned key speaker.
The winning essays can be downloaded in PDF form below.
Winners
Graduate Student Winner:
Chris Connolly, Roger Williams University School of Law
Essay (PDF): I Know a Girl Who Knows a Guy
Undergraduate Student Winner:
Devin Finzer, Brown University
Major: Economics
Essay (PDF): Tackling the Challenge of Split Incentives for Energy Efficiency in Rhode Island
Graduate Student Runner-up:
Jeremy Knee, Brown University
Program: M.A. in Environmental Studies
Essay (PDF): Rhode Island's Slice of the Energy Pie: Lowering the Threshold for Expedited Siting
Undergraduate Student Runner-up:
Kara Kaufman, Brown University
Major: Human Biology
Essay (PDF): Improving the Energy Efficiency of Rhode Island's Built Environment
Prizes
The winners and runners-up received cash prizes of $1000 and $500 respectively. Additionally, they attended the Advancing the Green Economy Conference to witness public policy formation in action and network with green economy leaders. The winning essays were featured in the Advancing the Green Economy Conference program.
Questions?
Contact Rachel Sholly: or call 401-874-5558