Weichang Yuan
About Weichang Yuan
Weichang Yuan is a Senior Research Scientist at Planet FWD, with a diverse academic background in Environmental Science, Civil Engineering, and Environmental Engineering. He has held various research and teaching positions at institutions such as North Carolina State University and Yale School of the Environment.
Current Role at Planet FWD
Weichang Yuan currently serves as a Senior Research Scientist at Planet FWD, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he contributes to research initiatives focused on sustainability and environmental impact. Prior to this, he worked as a Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) Specialist at the same organization from 2022 to 2023. His work at Planet FWD is centered around advancing the company's mission in environmental science.
Educational Background
Weichang Yuan has a robust educational background in environmental science and engineering. He earned a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Civil Engineering with a minor in Geographic Information Systems from North Carolina State University, completing his studies from 2016 to 2021. He also holds a Master of Science (M.S.) in Environmental Science from National Tsing Hua University, achieved from 2014 to 2016. Additionally, he obtained a Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.) in Environmental Engineering from Tianjin University, graduating in 2014. He participated in an exchange program at the University of South Australia from 2013 to 2014.
Previous Research and Teaching Experience
Before his current position, Weichang Yuan accumulated extensive experience in research and teaching. He worked as a Research Assistant at North Carolina State University from 2016 to 2021, where he engaged in various research projects. He also served as a Graduate Teaching Fellow and Teaching Assistant at the same institution during 2019 and 2020-2021, respectively. His role as a Postdoctoral Associate at Yale School of the Environment lasted from 2021 to 2022, further enhancing his research expertise.
International Experience
Weichang Yuan has gained international experience through his studies and work abroad. He participated in a visiting student program at the Ian Wark Research Institute, University of South Australia, from 2013 to 2014. This experience allowed him to broaden his academic and research perspectives in environmental science. His exchange program at the University of South Australia also contributed to his global academic exposure.
Engagement in Environmental Debates
Weichang Yuan has actively participated in discussions on environmental issues, including a debate on the comparative greenhouse gas emissions of electric versus gas stoves. This engagement reflects his commitment to addressing critical topics in sustainability and environmental policy.