WASHINGTON, D.C. — The United States Department of Energy (DOE) announced that former Wheaton women's soccer player, Erin Davis '08 will be recognized at the 2023 Clean Energy Education & Empowerment (C3E) Awards. She is one of 11 women being honored for outstanding leadership and accomplishments in clean energy.
Davis will receive her honor on September 28 at the Samberg Conference Center on the campus of Massachusetts Institute of Technology in Cambridge, Mass. You can register to view the livestream of the two-day symposium here.
The C3E Initiative aims to close the gender gap and increase the participation, leadership, and success of women in clean energy fields. In its 12th year, the C3E Initiative is led by DOE in collaboration with the MIT Energy Initiative, Stanford University's Precourt Institute for Energy, and the Texas A&M Energy Institute.
Davis will receive the Finance Award. She is the Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer of Enduring Planet, a financial technology platform focused on non-dilutive, founder-friendly capital for climate entrepreneurs. In less than two years, Enduring Planet has invested in more than 25 clean energy and climate change projects across the United States. Prior to Enduring Planet, Davis co-founded and served as the Vice President of Social Investment Managers & Advisors (SIMA Funds), establishing multiple funds worth $180 million to support off-grid energy and financial access.
"DOE is proud to recognize this year's C3E Awardees, a group of innovators and trailblazers bringing unique perspectives and game-changing ideas to the fight for an equitable clean energy future," said U.S. Secretary of Energy Jennifer M. Granholm. "Whether leading global research into groundbreaking new discoveries or championing environmental justice, these inspirational women are expanding our understanding of the clean energy transition and driving transformative breakthroughs across America's economy."
Davis enjoyed an outstanding four-year career with Wheaton women's soccer, helping the Lyons to four consecutive NCAA Tournament appearances, including the Final Four in 2004. She was a two-time National Soccer Coaches Association of America All-America selection and the NEWMAC Player of the Year. In addition, the 2008 graduate with a degree in Hispanic Studies was a part of one of the most successful four-year stretches in NCAA history, contributing to an 84-9-6 record (.879) during her tenure in Norton.
The 2023 C3E Awardees are changemakers having an impact across clean energy fields: furthering equitable and affordable access, expanding markets, leading groundbreaking scientific research, and training and inspiring the clean energy workforce. The C3E Lifetime Achievement Honoree has dedicated her career to advancing high-impact clean energy, climate mitigation, and public health policies at both the state and federal levels, while serving as a role model for many.
About the NEWMAC
The NEWMAC is an association of 12 selective academic institutions: Babson College, Clark University, U.S Coast Guard Academy, Emerson College, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Mount Holyoke College, Salve Regina University, Smith College, Springfield College, Wellesley College, Wheaton College, and Worcester Polytechnic Institute, that are committed to providing high quality competitive athletic opportunities for student-athletes within an educational and respectful environment that embodies the NCAA Division III Philosophy. The conference also partners with four Associate Members: Norwich University (Football), Simmons College (Rowing), SUNY Maritime College (Football), and U.S. Merchant Marine Academy (Football), while sponsoring 20 sports.
(Story courtesy of Wheaton Sports Infomation)