Kevin J. Krizek

Dr. Kevin J. Krizek (CV) is Professor of Environmental Design at the University of Colorado Boulder and former Senior Advisor to the Under Secretary for Economic Growth, Energy and the Environment (U.S. Dept Of State). He analyzes urban dynamics, infrastructure, and the role of government. Recent work articulates new pathways for transport planning grounded in accessibility, sustainability, and social justice—perspectives shared in his TED talk, public essays (1, 2, 3, 4), and by the BBC. As a fellow of the Leopold Program, Dr. Krizek gained skills to guide transformative change, reinforcing his ability to make complex topics accessible to people of all backgrounds. He has taught courses at more than ten universities, including as a visiting professor in the Netherlands and has served two Fulbright scholarships. At the Department of State in 2021/22, Krizek advanced global infrastructure initiatives on digital security, smart cities, and clean energy reform.