Abstract: In response to the national “dual carbon” strategy and the evolving demands of the new energy industry for skilled professionals, China University of Petroleum (East China) has developed an interdisciplinary talent cultivation model in energy chemistry, built upon its Energy Storage Science and Engineering program. This initiative addresses critical challenges in the training of energy storage and hydrogen energy specialists, including the fragmentation of energy chemistry knowledge, the disconnect between engineering applications and chemical mechanisms, and practical instruction that prioritizes operational skills over analytical thinking. A five-chain integrated framework—encompassing objectives, curriculum, practice, collaboration, and evaluation—was established. The curriculum was systematically restructured into a four-tier progressive course sequence covering chemical fundamentals, electrochemical conversion, energy materials and devices, and integrated system applications. In parallel, a stepwise practical teaching pathway—spanning cognition, experimentation, design, and engineering practice—was implemented, reinforced by multidisciplinary collaboration, research–teaching integration, and university– industry partnerships. A comprehensive, whole-process, multidimensional evaluation system was also introduced. Teaching practice demonstrates that this model fosters students’ energy chemistry thinking and strengthens their capacity to analyze complex low-carbon energy systems and address engineering chemistry challenges. It offers a systematic and replicable pathway for teaching reform in emerging energy-related programs under the “Four New Disciplines” initiative.

Key words: Energy chemistry education, The dual?carbon strategy, Energy storage science and engineering, Electrochemistry, Hydrogen energy curriculum cluster, Interdisciplinary talent cultivation, Industry-education integration