Benchmarking building energy performance with ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager Performing energy load calculations using Carrier HAP 5.11 to help size HVAC systems to better serve the client’s needs and provide energy savings for various Upstate NY Projects Generating commercial energy compliance reports on COMcheck-Web for New Construction HVAC, Interior and Exterior Lighting projects. Assisting with engineering drawings and schematics using AutoCAD MEP Applying knowledge of current utility incentives and rebates to maximize energy and cost savings for energy efficiency projects Assisting project managers with the creation and distribution of project team meeting agendas/minutes as well as providing project deliverables across the design, construction, and closeout phases of projects approved and funded by the New York Power Authority (NYPA)

Used Quick, Debt/Equity, and other financial ratios as well as cost-benefit analysis methodologies to analyze challenges faced by firms and individuals in adopting and financing renewable energy projects

Compared the economic, environmental, and energy performance of three building designs using TRACE 3D Plus modeling software demonstrating the role green building has in the reduction of energy consumption and carbon intensity; Recommended the option with the best NPV/payback period, lowest greenhouse gas emissions measured in tons of CO2, and lowest energy consumption in kilowatt-hours

Examined the history, controversy, and effects of policy interactions that motivated the development and expansion of sustainable energy both nationally and locally (New York) including the Clean Energy Standard.

Applied resource management decision-making framework and scientific literature to compose technical reports; Recommended a gray water recycling system for Ecovillage Ithaca in Upstate NY

Conducted energy and cost analyses for the design and construction of suitable on-site renewable energy systems including solar, wind, bio-gas, and solar thermal in Upstate New York; Prepared business plans and organized events to gain public and shareholder interest in a 100% off-grid Sustainable Ecovillage project in Upstate New York.

Conducted a full life cycle assessment of three different types of greenhouse construction with a sensitivity and uncertainty analysis using EPA TRACI LCIA data and Python 2.7 Software

Determined feasibility of renewable energy systems and energy efficiency measures such as insulation and appliance upgrades for commercial and residential buildings

Assessed the compliance of a Syracuse building project using the ICC/ASHRAE 700-2015 National Green Building Standard and LEED v4 for Homes performance measuring tools

Worked alongside a team of seven colleagues to advocate local sustainability through event and project coordination on behalf of Centennial Hall, the SUNY-ESF dormitory. Applied creative outreach techniques to inform residents about pressing environmental issues prevalent on/off-campus and empowered them to adopt sustainable practices. Implemented and managed recycling and composting programs within Centennial Hall

Performed an energy audit with fellow students for a local small business, Recess Coffee, and recommended appropriate energy conservation measures to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions and energy bills