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Melissa Bilec, William Kepler Whiteford professor of civil and environmental engineering in Pitt’s Swanson �鶹��ý of Engineering, has been appointed co-director of the Mascaro Center for Sustainable Innovation. Eric Beckman, her predecessor and Distinguished Service Professor of chemical and petroleum engineering, will step into a new role as director emeritus and chief of innovation and translation. Gena Kovalcik will continue to serve as co-director of administration and external relations for the center.

Bilec is a triple-alumna of Pitt, having earned her bachelor’s, master’s and PhD from Pitt’s Swanson �鶹��ý of Engineering. She is nationally and internationally recognized for her expertise in circular economy, life cycle assessment, energy assessment (especially within underserved communities), high-performance buildings and experiential learning.

“Sustainability has been integral to my teaching and research career, and so I am honored to carry on the incredible legacies that Jack, Eric and Gena established,” Bilec said.

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