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Michael Lepech is a Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Stanford University, specializing in sustainable engineering design. His research focuses on addressing pressing global issues such as unsustainable energy material consumption, waste production, and emissions through innovative civil engineering practices. Lepech's work integrates traditional engineering with new sustainability-focused methodologies, utilizing multi-scale design and quantitative assessments of sustainability. He has significantly contributed to the Sustainable Integrated Materials, Structures, Systems (SIMSS) framework, which aims to advance research and practices associated with sustainable built environments. Lepech has held various academic directorships, including roles in the Stanford Technology Ventures Program and the Stanford Center for Sustainable Development and Global Competitiveness. He has received accolades such as the CAREER Award from the National Science Foundation for his contributions to research and education.
Stanford University • Stanford, CA
Professor of Civil Environmental Engineering, focusing on sustainable design and engineering methodologies.
Stanford Technology Ventures Program • Stanford, CA
Acting director responsible for overseeing technology ventures education.
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