About

Team

The people of CIEE are at the core of everything we do. They are experts in the technology and sciences that drive energy innovation, and experts in running research programs to make breakthroughs happen.

Associate Director
Director, Enabling Technologies and Energy Use in Buildings
Deputy Director of Finance & Research Support
Visiting Project Scientist
BEST Center Principal Investigator

Carl Blumstein

Carl Blumstein

Director

In addition to tackling problems, we’re learning to enhance what’s working for the benefit all. People power is the key, and I’m privileged to work with some of the brightest and most passionate.”

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Michele Barbato

Michele Barbato

Faculty Director, CITRIS Climate
Developing a sustainable and resilient future with a focus on affordability, diversity, inclusion, and equity.”

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Tracy Turner

Director of Finance & Research Support

I love having the opportunity to provide research opportunities to brilliant students who are passionate about new discoveries and energy solutions that respect the environment.”

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Therese Peffer

Therese Peffer

Associate Director
Director, Enabling Technologies and Energy Use in Buildings

What drives my research is my passion for achieving carbon neutrality in homes and workplaces in the next decade.”

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Eric Lee

Deputy Director of Finance & Research Support

I am inspired by supporting and engaging with exceptionally bright and creative faculty, researchers and students who work on innovative projects leading us towards a more sustainable future.”

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Alexandra von Meier

Senior Advisor, Electric Grid

Today’s renewable energy technology is like Dorothy’s Ruby Slippers. Sure, there are plenty of improvements to be made. But in essence, we already have what we need to get to zero carbon.”

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Peter Crabtree

Peter Crabtree

Visiting Project Scientist
BEST Center Principal Investigator

It is especially gratifying for me to work with talented colleagues who share a vision and mission to help build a sustainable future.”

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Larry Chang

Larry Chang

BEST Center Director

I don’t want to look back and ask, “Why didn’t I do more?”

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Phillippe Phanivong

Phillippe Phanivong

Postdoctoral Scholar
The problems in our energy sector today are some of the most challenging we have ever faced. I’m excited to be part of a team that exemplifies the interdisciplinary skills necessary to tackle these problems and work towards a decarbonized future with them.

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Jing Wu

Jing Wu

Design and Content Strategist

It’s a joy to contribute to the important work CIEE does to move our society toward a more sustainable future in which people can flourish.”

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Eunice Chung

Research Analyst

The best part about working at CIEE is having the opportunity to make a tangible impact on the built environment. I am grateful to be part of such an amazing team, and am constantly inspired by the intelligence, motivation, and kindness of those around me.”

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Haixin M Guo

Haixin Guo

Information Systems Analyst
I am constantly inspired by the talented and brilliant team at CIEE, and I’m proud to be part of efforts that address critical environmental challenges!

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Student Assistants

Haixin Guo,
Graphic Design Assistant

Yansu Tan,
Writing/Editorial Student Assistant

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