James Baldwin

Director of Professional Masters Programs at Boston University Department of Earth and Environment

James G. Baldwin is a prominent figure in the Department of Earth and Environment at Boston University. He currently serves as the Director of Master's Programs and holds the position of Master Lecturer.1 3

Academic Background and Expertise

Baldwin earned his PhD from Boston University in 2009.3 His research focuses on policy-relevant questions related to energy, the environment, natural resources, and sustainability. Specifically, he investigates economic and demographic influences on natural resource consumption, energy use, and carbon emissions at various spatial scales.3

Teaching and Administrative Responsibilities

As a Master Lecturer, Baldwin teaches several courses in the department, including:

Sustainable Energy
World Regional Geography
Data, Models, and Analysis in Earth & Environment
Introduction to Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
Introduction to Quantitative Environmental Modeling
Multivariate Analysis for Geographers
Fundamentals of International Economics3

In his role as Director of Master's Programs, Baldwin oversees various graduate programs offered by the department, including:

MS in Energy & Environment
MS in Remote Sensing & Geospatial Sciences
BA/MS joint degree programs1 2 4 5

Professional Experience

Baldwin has been with Boston University for several years, taking on increasing responsibilities:

2020-Present: Director of Master's Programs
2019-Present: Senior Lecturer (later promoted to Master Lecturer)
Prior to 2019: Faculty member and Professional Master's Program Adviser6 7

His expertise in energy, environment, and geospatial sciences makes him a valuable asset to the department and its graduate programs. Baldwin plays a crucial role in shaping the curriculum and guiding students towards successful careers in environmental and energy-related fields.