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Renewable energy is growing rapidly in the United States and around the world to provide sustainably-generated electricity, and many renewable energy generators are influenced by the weather. Transmission and power demand are also vulnerable to weather. Traditional energy sources also interact with weather. By studying interactions between the atmosphere and energy generators, transmission lines, and demand centers, we gain an understanding of processes that shape local weather and climate worldwide. In-class activities and weekly homework assignments give you opportunities to work with real-world data as you would at an energy development company. Weekly quizzes challenge your specialist vocabulary and scientific understanding. Presentations on papers and class projects (graduate students) enable you to develop and exercise important scientific communication skills. Several guest speakers will share their insights of the renewable and traditional energy industries.