Research and analyze public utility commission proceedings regarding demand side management, smart grid, distributed energy resources, and business model regulations for electricity markets. Curate and maintain findings in consolidated, searchable database for cross-organization use.

Designed and administered detailed surveys to potential clients to determine market demand for a portfolio of new product offerings. Findings were incorporated into product development plans and marketing presentations.Optimized system pricing models to provide clients with maximum value while maintaining project profit margins.Expanded existing “Energy Storage 101” program to educate customers on basic engineering of energy storage systems.

Analyzed state energy policies to determine appetite for renewable generation in East Coast electricity markets and developed regional market entry strategy targeting key customers and development resources.Examined state tax regulations and electric transmission infrastructure to identify key drivers for frequency regulation using advanced battery technology; findings directed business development efforts.

Led a student consulting group to develop a growth strategy for a solar equipment start-up seeking venture funding: developed a pitch book detailing a five-year business plan and organizational chart specifying roles and responsibilities for strategic hires to present to investors.

Performed statistical analysis using R and SAS to model residential solar photovoltaic adoption rates at county, utility, state, and national market segmentation levels; analyzed predictive ability of developed models. Prepared recommendations to guide future research efforts to develop agent-based models.

As part of a student consultant group, conceptually analyzed the relationship between electricity transmission system reliability, demand requirements, and wholesale market pricing to create a model indicator to be delivered to retail markets as a signal for Demand Side Management. Presented findings to a research group within the California Independent System Operator designing their demand response initiatives.

Managed field operations and personnel for bi-annual groundwater sampling events at a facility with trichloroethylene contamination; implemented new sampling procedures that reduced sampling time and sampling costs while decreasing sampling errors and re-sampling. Oversaw construction, implementation, and maintenance of a pilot in-situ groundwater treatment system responsible for successful remediation of hazardous solvent plume.Conducted environmental field investigations and prepare… Show more Managed field operations and personnel for bi-annual groundwater sampling events at a facility with trichloroethylene contamination; implemented new sampling procedures that reduced sampling time and sampling costs while decreasing sampling errors and re-sampling. Oversaw construction, implementation, and maintenance of a pilot in-situ groundwater treatment system responsible for successful remediation of hazardous solvent plume.Conducted environmental field investigations and prepare reports for a full range of activities from initial site assessment to site remediation and closure. Activities included collecting hydrogeological and chemical data using monitor well installation and groundwater sampling, direct push soil and groundwater sampling, and soil vapor extraction. Analyzed data to write site assessment and quarterly groundwater monitoring reports and produce detailed hydrogeological cross-sections, geologic & isoconcentration maps. Show less

Assisted head LEED AP on building projects seeking LEED certification. Researched options for: local, regional, and high recycled-content building materials; low emission materials and finishes; and PV solar system installation and maintenance. Developed a construction waste management plan to ensure compliance with LEED credits; achieved 75% landfill avoidance during demolition and construction through recycling and reused of materials. Performed preliminary building energy consumption… Show more Assisted head LEED AP on building projects seeking LEED certification. Researched options for: local, regional, and high recycled-content building materials; low emission materials and finishes; and PV solar system installation and maintenance. Developed a construction waste management plan to ensure compliance with LEED credits; achieved 75% landfill avoidance during demolition and construction through recycling and reused of materials. Performed preliminary building energy consumption simulations with EnergyPlus. Show less

Coordinated teams of 5-10 surveyors conducting census surveys for endangered species and created Habitat Conservation Plans, final permits, and NEPA Section 10(a) Endangered Species Permits for land development projects.Conducted various environmental site assessments; ensured compliance with US Army Corp of Engineers, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, Texas Railroad Commission, and City of Austin regulations.

Engaged in environmental resource management projects including: park boundary mapping, invasive species control, native vegetation reintroduction, endangered Utah prairie dog surveying, and trail maintenance and construction. Performed daily visitor center operations; developed and presented interpretation programs including: geology talks, astronomy programs, moonlight hikes, and Junior Ranger activity brochures.