Thank you to everyone who attended the NYSDEC conference!

Your participation and engagement made this event a success.

A huge thank you to Jan Woodcock, Director of Operations for the New York State Weather and Climate Analytics Center of Excellence at UAlbany, for his valuable contributions during the ‘Research-Based Economic Development’ panel at the recent conference. Jan’s insights highlighted the vital role of collaboration between academia and industry in driving innovation, commercializing emerging technologies, and fostering economic growth across New York State. His leadership in advancing weather and climate analytics showcases how COEs and CATs are creating new opportunities for businesses and researchers alike. We appreciate Jan’s expertise and dedication to economic development through cutting-edge research!


We look forward to continuing the conversation working together towards a sustainable future! Connect with us at JWoodcock2@albany.edu! 🌍💚