Jacob C. Fey
Before signing on to lead the WSU Extension Energy Program in 2001, Fey served as the Energy Conservation Manager/Energy Services Manager at Tacoma Power where he oversaw a comprehensive conservation program resulting in the acquisition of 40 average megawatts at a cost of $120 million. At the WSU Extension Energy Program Fey has built, strengthened and diversified key funder, political and other stakeholder relationships, as well as heightened visibility of the program within the energy community. He serves as Vice Chair of the Association of State Energy Research & Technology Transfer Institutions Executive Committee. Fey is also a member of the U.S. Department of Energy’s Regional Bioenergy Program Steering Committee, the Washington State Energy Strategy Committee, and the Northwest Power Planning Council Conservation Resource Advisory Committee.
Todd Currier
Todd Currier has three decades of experience in energy efficiency program development, implementation and evaluation – the last 25 of which have been in supervisory and management positions. He serves the WSU Extension Energy Program as the Community Business Programs, Engineering and Fiscal Division Manager – which includes the energy code implementation, program evaluation/data analysis and fiscal teams. He is a past member of the Board of Directors of the Northwest Energy Efficiency Alliance, and is currently serving as a co-chair of the Industrial and CHP Work Group of the State Energy Efficiency Action Network. Currier is a member of the Pacific Northwest’s Regional Emerging Technologies Advisory Committee as well as the Washington State Energy Strategy Technical Experts Panel.
Lee Link
Dr. Lee Link is the Division Manager of Clearinghouse Services at the WSU Extension Energy Program. His work in energy information and education began after receiving his Ph.D. in Physics from the University of Illinois. Since then, Dr. Link has worked with many aspects of energy information, technical assistance and project management including design and implementation of energy-analysis software, project design and management of Clearinghouse technical services, energy curriculum development for kindergarten through college, and outreach to utilities and their customers. Dr. Link received a U.S. Department of Energy “Power Player Award” for the Clearinghouse’s outstanding work in energy efficiency. In 2010 Dr. Link was honored with the Secretary’s Appreciation Award from Secretary of Energy Steven Chu, recognizing Link’s "superior performance and leadership to assure success for the U.S. Department of Energy in efforts associated with the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act."
Sheila Riggs
Sheila Riggs is the Communications, Legislative and Administrative Division Manager for the WSU Extension Energy Program. Prior to her time with the Extension Energy Program, Riggs served as the Member Communications and Seminars Manager and the School Employees’ Retirement System Communications Manager for the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems. She was also a Senior Communications Consultant for the Washington State Department of Information Services. Prior to her state service, Riggs was a Press Secretary for a U.S. Congressman and Deputy Press Secretary for a U.S. Senator in Washington, D.C. She also worked for the U.S. Department of State.
Erin Armstrong
Erin Armstrong is a Fiscal/Travel Coordinator at the WSU Extension Energy Program. She is a skilled office administrator with over 12 years of progressive experience providing successful office support with a wide range of applications. Armstrong has completed training in business administration, human resources, payroll and accounting.
Adria S. Banks
Adria S. Banks is an Energy/Customer Service Specialist at the WSU Extension Energy Program, providing customer service by responding to requests for information related to energy efficiency and renewable energy. She also assists in analyzing, interpreting, and reporting clearinghouse program data. Banks has over 10 years of experience in management and leadership roles in scientific and higher education positions, as well as experience in peer/volunteer coordination, mentoring, and working as an effective liaison. She holds a Master of Science degree from Western Washington University.
Kelly Barton
Kelly Barton currently serves the WSU Extension Energy Program as the Personnel Liaison and Building Manager. Barton has worked for the organization since 1996. Prior to the WSU Extension Energy Program, Barton worked for the Washington State Departments of Labor and Industries, Social and Health Services, Community Trade and Economic Development, and for the Secretary of State. In addition, Barton is involved in the community, with nearly 20 years of service as a 4-H volunteer.
Tanya Beavers
Tanya Beavers works as an Energy Professional for the WSU Extension Energy Program. She works closely with the Building Science department, but also provides executive support for other areas of the organization, writes communication material, and assists in coordinating training classes. Her professional background includes experience in marketing, financial services and technical writing. She holds a Bachelor’s of Arts degree in Public Relations from Central Washington University.
Angie Casanova Bilang
Angie Casanova Bilang is an Energy/Customer Service Specialist at the Washington State University (WSU) Extension Energy Program, providing customer service by responding to requests for information related to energy efficiency and renewable energy. She also assists in analyzing, interpreting, and reporting clearinghouse program data, and assists Spanish-speaking clients with services and resources available to them. Bilang has previous experience in sales and computer technical support, and holds a Network Engineering and Data Communications Certificate from The Chubb Institute.
Michael Bradley
Michael Bradley is a database designer and software developer at the WSU Extension Energy Program. He is experienced in constructing data-driven web and desktop applications and associated databases. Bradley developed software systems used in the State of Washington’s electric utilities’ fuel mix disclosure process, as well as many other data resources specific to the energy domain. Bradley has an Associate of Applied Science in Digital Computer Electronics, a number of additional college level courses related to computer programming and database design, and specialized training in various software engineering and construction technologies and techniques. Bradley also has a Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts from The Evergreen State College. He developed software systems using Microsoft Access, Microsoft SQL Server, Visual Basic, and Active Server Pages.
Sue Brown
Sue Brown is Program Coordinator of the Plant Operations Support Consortium at the WSU Extension Energy Program. Brown joined the Consortium staff in 2005, and has worked for the State of Washington since 1999. She manages the Consortium's contracts and serves as lead to the program's custodial support effort, which includes conducting custodial assessments for Consortium members. Brown is on the annual Energy/Facilities Connections Conference coordinating team. In addition, she meets with Consortium members and potential members, as well as responds to member requests for assistance and queries.
Marie Browning
Marie Browning is an Energy Project Analyst with the WSU Extension Energy Program. With decades of experience providing excellent service, since 2006 she has responded to questions about energy efficiency and renewable energy from clients of clearinghouses operated by the WSU Extension Energy Program. In addition, Browning compiles data for Clearinghouse reports to the U.S. Department of Energy.
Don G. Burbank
Don Burbank is an Energy/Customer Service Specialist at the Washington State University (WSU) Extension Energy Program, providing customer service by responding to requests for information related to energy efficiency and renewable energy. He also assists in analyzing, interpreting, and reporting clearinghouse program data. Burbank has previous technical and leadership experience in the telecommunications industry. He is recognized by peers, managers, and customers for his “can-do attitude” and an ability to manage and inspire employees and team members to produce quality support for customers.
Helen (Nono) Burling
Nono Burling has served as a Librarian with the WSU Extension Energy Program since 2007. In addition to reference work, she performs bioenergy research, updates databases and publications, creates informational documents about federal energy bills, and maintains the Energy Program archives. She also has experience as a reference librarian for community college and regional library systems. Burling has a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Rochester and a Master of Library Science from Emporia State University.
Jennifer A. Carter
Jennifer Carter is Clearinghouse Operations Manager for the WSU Extension Energy Program. She has 19 years of energy experience answering hotlines and managing call centers for residential, commercial, utility, institutional and industrial manufacturing plant inquiries. A seasoned professional, Carter handles strategic and budget decisions, resolves issues with programs and funders, and successfully manages customer service staff in a fast-paced atmosphere.
Nels Christianson
Nels Christianson currently serves as a Senior Software Engineer for the WSU Extension Energy Program and has worked for the organization since 1996. Christianson has also been a computer analyst and programmer for the Washington State Energy Office, a self-employed computer analyst and programmer, a college instructor at Northern Marianas College, a regional engineer for Africare, Inc., and a service technician for S.C.A. Corporation. He served several times as a U.S. Peace Corps volunteer—as an instructor, a district engineer, and a computer system programmer. In 2006 Christianson served as an on-site engineer in Sri Lanka in rebuilding efforts after the devastating tsunami in Southeast Asia. He has two Bachelor of Science degrees – one in Computer Science/Management from The Evergreen State College and one in Civil Engineering from the University of Washington.
Dee Christensen
With over 26 years of experience in the public sector, Dee Christensen is a Senior Project Manager at the WSU Extension Energy Program. She has worked at local, state and national levels to research, develop and manage energy programs with a focus on residential buildings, transportation, and economic development projects. Christensen holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from The Evergreen State College with a focus on Energy Management.
James L. Colombo
Jim Colombo manages the Information Systems Department at the WSU Extension Energy Program. He has served as an information technology manager in this organization and in the Washington State Energy Office since 1987. Colombo has over 30 years of experience providing technical service, support and training to state citizens, agencies, universities, management, and employees. Prior to his time with the WSU Extension Energy Program, he worked for South Puget Sound Community College and the King County Library System.
Larry Covey
Larry Covey, a LEED Accredited Professional, is a Project Manager at the WSU Extension Energy Program. He has over 10 years of commercial building experience in state and federal venues. Covey’s projects have included major architectural renovations with complex civil, mechanical and electrical systems. He also has extensive experience in cost accounting and alternative forms of public works. In addition to his LEED certification, Covey holds a Bachelor of Science (Mechanical Engineering) degree from Saint Martin’s College.
Donna Cowsert
Donna Cowsert serves the WSU Extension Energy Program as a Management Analyst/Fiscal Officer. She has over 25 years of experience in the accounting field. She provides financial/grants management services, and reviews and submits proposals. Cowsert assists with subcontract set-up, submitting match documentation, and resolving grant issues with the sponsor, principal investigator, and university. Prior experience includes serving as Accounts Receivable Manager—building and coaching a team for effective implementation of grants, contracts and interagency agreements.
John G. Douglass
John Douglass is a Senior Industrial Energy Engineer for the WSU Extension Energy Program. Following six years in aircraft design, Douglass shifted his career into energy policy and technology. In the energy field, he taught and conducted research at the University of Washington and The Evergreen State College, conducted private consulting, and performed research, training and technical assistance work for state energy agencies. He has been with the WSU Extension Energy Program and its predecessor, Washington State Energy Office, since 1981. He authored numerous publications on electric motor systems and other energy technologies. Douglass has a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Clemson University and a Master of Science in Interdisciplinary Engineering from the University of Washington. He has professional engineering registration in Washington state and is a senior member of IEEE.
Allison Drake
Allison Drake is an Energy/Customer Service Specialist at the WSU Extension Energy Program. She has state legislative and research experience and provides customer service by responding to requests for information related to energy efficiency and renewable energy. Drake holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science from Saint Martin’s University.
Ken Eklund
Ken Eklund is Building Science Team Leader at the WSU Extension Energy Program. He focuses on energy code implementation, as well as building science research and training. Eklund has three decades of experience in energy efficiency and renewable energy research, training, demonstration, program development, implementation and management. He served for 25 years in supervisory and management positions in the energy field.
Erin R. Enemark
Erin Enemark is an Energy/Customer Service Specialist at the WSU Extension Energy Program, providing customer service by responding to requests for information related to energy efficiency and renewable energy. Prior to working with WSU, Enemark had ten years of experience delivering customer service and managing/consulting on workplace benefits insurance programs. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Puget Sound.
Bobbi Jo Epperson
Bobbi Jo Epperson is an Energy/Customer Service Specialist at the WSU Extension Energy Program, providing customer service by responding to requests for information related to energy efficiency and renewable energy. She also assists in analyzing, interpreting, and reporting clearinghouse program data. Epperson has previous experience in office support, customer service, and quality assurance, and holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from Oregon State University.
Piers Excell-Rehm
Piers Excell-Rehm is a Web Developer at the Washington State University (WSU) Extension Energy Program. He develops and maintains websites, builds custom applications for the web using tools such as Ajax and Flash, and works with and customizes third-party applications to meet clients’ needs. Excell-Rehm has expertise in focusing on usability and layout for websites and web applications. He holds a Bachelor of Arts and Sciences degree from The Evergreen State College.
Chris Fuess
Chris Fuess is a software and web systems analyst/developer – developing Visual Basic applications since 1998 and creating web applications since 2000. Fuess started with the WSU Extension Energy Program by using Visual Basic and Excel to help with budgeting software. He branched out to energy accounting software programs such as AIRMaster+ and MotorMaster+. Fuess also writes the installation programs for all of the software that the WSU Extension Energy Program develops. He graduated from The Evergreen State College with a Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Arts in Physics/Energy Studies.
Diana Glassman
Diana Glassman joined the Clearinghouse Division at the WSU Extension Energy Program in 2003. She is a Program Coordinator and Customer Service Specialist. Glassman answers hotline calls and emails, maintains websites/data lists, produces reports, and assists in training customer service staff. She has over 15 years of program coordination experience in social services. Glassman has a Master in Teaching from the University of Puget Sound.
Caryl Gold
Caryl Gold joined the WSU Extension Energy Program with a background in fuel cell commercialization and research support for legal and regulatory issues for renewable energy technologies. As a Program Coordinator for the WSU Extension Energy Program, she provides executive assistance and management support for energy clearinghouses, supports engineering staff in providing technical assistance to large energy users in the U.S., and assists in tracking state energy legislation.
Andrew Gordon
Andrew Gordon is an Energy Specialist at the WSU Extension Energy Program. He has two decades of experience providing high quality implementation and management services to site-built and manufactured housing industries. He is a trainer for building science and energy efficiency certifications, and is an accomplished author and collaborator on numerous technical papers, articles and reports. Gordon holds a Bachelor of Arts (English Literature and Performing Arts) from Alfred University.
Marla Hacklander
Marla Hacklander has over 20 years of experience in project management, office management, administration, customer service, and bookkeeping/accounting. She currently serves as an Energy Project Analyst for the WSU Extension Energy Program. Prior to her time with the WSU Extension Energy Program, Hacklander was a Program Manager for Performance Tested Comfort Systems, a Contract Accounting employee for Two Rivers Energy Services and a Training Coordinator for Inland Northwest HVAC Association.
David Hales
David Hales has 30 years of experience in building science and construction—providing skills training, curriculum development, field research, and technical support. He serves as a Building Systems Specialist for the WSU Extension Energy Program, and has worked for the organization since 1996. Previously he was an Energy Specialist for the Washington State Energy Office and a Managing Partner for Sun Construction. Hales has a Bachelor of Science degree in Physics from the University of Chicago.
Sally Zeiger Hanson
Sally Zeiger Hanson is a Workforce Research Associate at the WSU Extension Energy Program. She has private sector experience as a chamber of commerce director in addition to more than fifteen years of policy and program development for K-12, college, university and proprietary education systems with a focus on economic development and workforce training. Zeiger Hanson holds a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Washington and a Master of Education (Student Development Administration) from Seattle University.
Alan Hardcastle
Alan Hardcastle is a Senior Research Associate at the WSU Extension Energy Program. He designs and directs research projects, and has 20 years of experience providing leadership for research and consulting services to public/private-sector clients and stakeholders in industry, education, workforce, and economic development. Hardcastle holds a Doctor of Philosophy degree in higher education from the University of California, Los Angeles.
Luke Howard
Luke Howard is a Building Science Specialist with the WSU Extension Energy Program. He has nearly a decade of academic and professional experience researching, analyzing and implementing sustainable and resource conservation building design strategies. He has experience educating both industry and the public about resource and energy conservation practices. Howard has a Bachelor of Arts from The Evergreen State College and is certified through the National Sustainable Building Advisors Program as a “Sustainable Building Advisor.”
Karen Janowitz
Karen Janowitz is a Program Coordinator at the WSU Extension Energy Program. She has over 20 years of experience in project leadership and management, facilitation, small group skills, environmental education, communications, and administration. Janowitz holds a Bachelor of Arts (Geology) from the University of Colorado, and a Masters of Environmental Studies from The Evergreen State College.
Jim Jensen
Jim Jensen is Senior Bioenergy and Alternative Fuels Specialist at the Washington State University (WSU) Extension Energy Program. Throughout more than two decades of work in the private and non-profit sectors, Jim Jensen has provided profit-enhancing assistance to businesses in dozens of industries; assisted corporate social responsibility programs and supported new green technologies and products. His technical knowledge and experience covers research, development, and implementation of projects in the voluntary carbon market, renewable energy, recycling, waste prevention, anaerobic digestion, and composting.
Pauline Jensen
Pauline Jensen currently serves as a Technical Support Specialist for the WSU Extension Energy Program. Jensen provides technical support on a variety of bioenergy and industrial energy efficiency projects. She also serves on the Bioenergy Coordination Team assisting with development of bioenergy policy and projects. Previous to her employment with the WSU Extension Energy Program, Jensen served as EnviroHouse Coordinator for the City of Tacoma’s Environmental Services Department. There she educated visitors about energy efficiency, solar power, as well as building and landscaping sustainably. Jensen holds a B.A. Degree in Sociology and is experienced in program development, training, development of educational materials, and database development and management.
Erin Kanoa
Erin Kanoa is a Hydrogen and Geothermal Specialist at the WSU Extension Energy Program. She has over 10 years of professional energy experience in the fields of hydrogen and fuel cells, geothermal applications, 3D modeling, project management, building science, indoor air quality and energy efficiency. Kanoa has a Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Engineering/Geology from Western Washington University.
Marcia L. Karr
Marcia Karr is a licensed mechanical engineer with over 30 years of experience in commercial building design, construction and maintenance. She performs energy audits for commercial buildings, and provides technical assistance to commercial building owners, operators and builders in exploring energy saving opportunities. Karr's previous positions include code plan reviewer, union trades manager, design/build engineer, field construction engineer/project coordinator, and HVAC/plumbing designer (commercial, institutional and residential).
Gary Kaufman
With more than 20 years of experience in customer service and project/program management, Gary Kaufman is an Energy/Customer Service Specialist at the WSU Extension Energy Program. He provides customer service by responding to requests for information related to energy efficiency and renewable energy. He also assists in analyzing, interpreting, and reporting clearinghouse program data. Kaufman holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from The Evergreen State College.
Doug Koenen
Doug joined the WSU Extension Energy Program in 2009. He brings to the program over 20 years of experience in engineering project management, construction management, design, consulting, and energy conservation services for federal, private, commercial, industrial, institutional and health care facilities projects. Areas of energy expertise include HVAC, compressed air, and building energy modeling. Doug has a BS degree in science and mechanical engineering from Washington State University, is a licensed professional engineer in the State of Washington and a LEED Accredited Professional.
Heidi Kuester
Heidi Kuester is an Energy/Customer Service Specialist at the WSU Extension Energy Program, providing customer service by responding to requests for information related to energy efficiency and renewable energy. Prior to working with WSU, Kuester had more than 15 years of experience providing customer service, management, and facilitating energy-efficient home building. She holds an Associate in Applied Science degree from Highline Community College and has received academic and athletic honors from the U.S. Army Reserve.
Rick Kunkle
Rick Kunkle has over 20 years of experience applying a unique combination of engineering, planning, evaluation, research, and management skills to improve the quality and performance of energy efficiency programs and energy systems. With the WSU Extension Energy Program, he has conducted over 30 program evaluations and research on a range of topics such as solar technologies, product procurement, use of residential ventilation systems, peak load management, and telework. A particular research interest is improving understanding of how markets and consumers adopt and apply energy-efficient technologies and practices. Kunkle is a registered professional engineer with a Bachelor of Science and Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering.
Eric Lee
Eric Lee is an energy engineer with 20 years of experience in industrial conservation, analysis and process system design. At the WSU Energy Program he provides technical assistance to industrial clients through clearinghouse services on a variety of building energy system, industrial and agricultural energy topics. Lee is a Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Washington and a certified specialist in several computer software programs for analyzing industrial systems (pumps, motors, steam and process heating).
Melissa B. Leuck
Melissa Leuck is an Energy/Customer Service Specialist at the WSU Extension Energy Program, providing customer service by responding to requests for information related to energy efficiency and renewable energy. She also assists in analyzing, interpreting, and reporting clearinghouse program data. In 2001 Leuck earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Brigham Young University.
Phil Lou
Phil Lou is a Solar Energy Specialist at the WSU Extension Energy Program. He has 17 years of experience in the building industry, culminating in two years of experience designing and installing modern photovoltaic (PV) systems. Lou holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Oregon, as well as certifications in Photovoltaic Design and Application, Solar Thermal Design and Application, and Energy Audit and Weatherization. He developed curriculum for – and teaches part time in – the Clean Energy Technologies Program at Shoreline Community College.
Cris Love
Cris Love is the Industrial Services Project Manager. She has served the WSU Extension Energy Program since 1996 with her expertise in research, writing, project management, marketing and customer relations. Love develops and manages state and federal industrial services grants and contracts – providing technical support and training to manufacturers throughout the Pacific Northwest. She also coordinates, facilitates and presents at industrial conferences and trainings.
Michael Lubliner
Mike Lubliner is a Building Science Specialist and a nationally recognized technical expert in residential energy conservation and new technologies. Lubliner serves on regional and national technical and project committees and has done so for over 20 years. He is involved in site-built and manufactured home market transformation – incorporating energy saving technologies. Lubliner serves on the National Manufactured Housing Consensus Committee, as well as on technical committees of the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE).
Luke Mattheis
Luke Mattheis is an Energy Efficiency Analyst at the WSU Extension Energy Program. He performs field-based data acquisition and energy audits on a variety of existing residential structures. With data gathered through field testing and utility billing, he also develops cost/benefit analyses using energy modeling software. Mattheis holds a Master of Environmental Studies degree from The Evergreen State College.
Gilbert McCoy
Gil McCoy, a registered Professional Engineer, is a senior energy systems engineer with the WSU Extension Energy Program. He provides technical assistance and energy auditing services to both industrial and public sector clients. McCoy’s areas of expertise include optimization of industrial systems (motor/drive, compressed air, steam, combined heat and power, and pumping). He served as lead engineer for development of several software products: MotorMaster+ (motor energy management), International Motor Selection and Savings Analysis, AirMaster+ (compressed air system assessment) and BallastMaster (lighting system/ballast selection) software. McCoy holds a Bachelor of Science (Metallurgical Engineering, University of Washington) and a Master of Science (Engineering, University of California Berkeley).
Talia Mathews
Talia Mathews is a research and reference librarian at the WSU Extension Energy Program. She has five years of experience working in public, corporate, and special academic libraries with a particular focus on energy, environmental studies, and natural resources topics. Mathews holds a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Studies from The Evergreen State College, and a Master of Science in Library Studies from Clarion University of Pennsylvania.
Craig Meredith
With more than 20 years of experience in conservation, analysis and industrial machine design, Craig Meredith is an Energy Engineer for the WSU Extension Energy Program. He has expertise in compressed air testing, auditing and analysis, agricultural systems, infrared thermographs, pumping and hydraulics, low-pressure pneumatic conveying, industrial processes, and refrigeration. Meredith holds a Bachelor of Science degree, as well as having completed Masters of Arts coursework, at Washington State University.
Karen Messmer
Karen Messmer has nearly 30 years of experience managing energy efficiency programs serving the public sector. She specializes in climate change and the Resource Conservation Manager (RCM) program. Messmer is a former member of the Olympia City Council.
Judith Metcalf
Judith Metcalf is a Librarian and Energy Specialist with the WSU Extension Energy Program. She contributes to utility-related projects for the Energy Program’s contract with the Western Area Power Administration. Metcalf has been a librarian since 1971, with experience in public, government agency, and academic libraries. She has published articles in American Libraries and other professional periodicals. She has an AB in French and a Master of Library Science from the University of California at Berkeley.
Sheri Mike
Sheri Mike is an Energy/Customer Service Specialist at the WSU Extension Energy Program, providing customer service by responding to requests for information related to energy efficiency and renewable energy. She also assists in analyzing, interpreting, and reporting clearinghouse program data to funders on trends, feedback, statistics, cases of interest, and operational items. Mike holds a Bachelor of Arts in Geography from the University of Manitoba.
Alan Mountjoy-Venning
With twenty-five years of experience in energy efficiency project management, energy policy analysis, and energy data research, Alan Mountjoy-Venning’s current focus with the WSU Extension Energy Program is on new and emerging energy-efficiency technologies. Mountjoy-Venning holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from The Evergreen State College in natural resources/public policy.
Josiah M. Narog
Josiah Narog is an Energy/Customer Service Specialist at the WSU Extension Energy Program. He provides customer service by responding to requests for information related to energy efficiency and renewable energy. He also assists in analyzing, interpreting, and reporting clearinghouse program data. Narog served in the U.S. Marine Corps for several years, and holds a Bachelor of Arts degree (political science) from the University of Washington.
Gary Nordeen
Gary Nordeen is Senior Building Science Specialist with extensive knowledge relating to codes (building, energy, and ventilation). Nordeen has worked with a variety of state and utility energy conservation programs for the last 20 years. Currently, Gary is the technical lead for the U.S. Department of Energy’s Building Technologies Information Center, provides code training for building department staff, designers, builders, and the general public, assists with code development for the Washington State Building Code Council, and provides technical assistance to local jurisdictions and the general public.
Julie Nurse
Julie has been a Librarian with the WSU Extension Energy Program Library since 2007. In addition to reference work, Julie works on various projects with the Energy Program Industrial Efficiency Team. Nurse holds a Master of Library and Information Science degree from North Carolina Central University and has over 14 years of experience as a librarian in public, academic, and special libraries.
Amy Foster Parish
Amy Parish is an Energy/Customer Service Specialist at the WSU Extension Energy Program. She provides customer service by responding to requests for information related to energy efficiency and renewable energy. Parish has demonstrated proficiency in writing/editing, contract management, public speaking, and developing/implementing quality assurance programs. She is currently pursuing her PhD in American Studies from the University of Heidelberg, Germany.
Tamara Parrish
Tamara Parrish currently serves as an Administrative Program Manager for the WSU Extension Energy Program. Parrish handles accounts payable and purchasing, oversight and review of organization-wide financial service centers, and reports/tracks fiscal deliverables. She also advises senior management of budget issues and solutions. Parrish has served the organization in this capacity and others since 1994. Prior to her time with the WSU Extension Energy Program, Parrish was a manager for Friden Neopost where she directed a division of staff members, served as a field office liaison and was a program coordinator.
Martha Parsons
Martha Parsons has been with the Energy Library at the WSU Extension Energy Program and the Washington State Energy Office since 1992, after working at the NASA Wallops Flight Facility Technical Library. She conducts in-depth literature searches and coordinates reference and research strategies and workflow. She also organizes content on various websites, and created and maintains the Washington State Energy Legislation Tracking Tool. Parsons is Past President of the Washington Library Association.
Phil Partington
Phil Partington is Program Coordinator of the Plant Operations Support Consortium at the WSU Extension Energy Program. Partington joined the Consortium staff in 2002 and brings a variety of skills to the team. He graduated from Saint Martin's College (now Saint Martin's University) in May 2003 with a Bachelor degree in English and a minor in Business Administration. Partington is a writer and editor of the Consortium’s newsletter Shop Talk, assists members with grant-writing opportunities and assists with custodial assessments and project management, while responding to day-to-day Consortium member requests. He also co-chairs the annual Energy/Facilities Connections Conference and creates the majority of marketing documents and publications for the program.
Rob Penney
Rob Penney is a Professional Engineer, a Certified Energy Manager, and the Senior Energy Engineer at the WSU Extension Energy Program. He oversees our team of engineers and energy specialists to provide comprehensive technical responses, research, training, and publication development on energy topics for the industrial, commercial and institutional sectors. Penney was previously Director of Engineering Services for Southface Energy Institute and developed projects as a mechanical engineer for Rosser Fabrap International.
Susie Pennington
Susie Pennington is an Energy Information Specialist at the WSU Extension Energy Program. She has over 15 years of experience in providing customer, management and/or administrative support in the energy, legal and entertainment industries. Pennington holds a Bachelor of Business Administration degree from Texas Tech University.
Angela Phillips
Angela Phillips is a Technical Assistant at the WSU Extension Energy Program. She provides administrative assistance with the Energy Efficiency Emerging Technologies project for Bonneville Power Administration (BPA) and helps manage the Energy Experts Database (www.EnergyExperts.org). Phillips holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration with an emphasis on Management and Operations from Washington State University.
Michael Pierson
Michael Pierson currently serves the WSU Extension Energy Program as an Information Technology Support Specialist. He is the primary contact for technical support for all outside client networks contracted by WSU Extension. Pierson also supports the WSU Extension Energy Program in day-to-day operations, and works with the network administrator to upgrade network architecture and servers. He has been with the organization since 2002.
Gerry Rasmussen
Gerry Rasmussen has served as the graphic designer for the WSU Extension Energy Program since 2004. He is instrumental in keeping the program’s publications, website and presentations looking professional. He holds a Bachelor degree in fine arts/graphic design from Washington State University. Rasmussen worked more than 30 years as a graphic designer in Washington state government, including serving as manager of the graphic communications unit at the Washington State Department of Transportation. Rasmussen has also freelanced for over 45 years, lending his graphics expertise to both government and private industry.
Brittni Reinertsen
Brittni Reinertsen is a Communications Specialist at the WSU Extension Energy Program. With previous experience at newspaper and news radio outlets, she has strong writing and media relations skills. Reinertsen holds a Bachelor of Arts degree (Journalism and Drama) from the University of Washington.
Roxanne Robertson
Roxanne Robertson is an Energy/Customer Service Specialist at the WSU Extension Energy Program, providing customer service by responding to requests for information related to energy efficiency and renewable energy. She also assists in analyzing, interpreting, and reporting clearinghouse program data. Robertson obtained administrative and management training at Bates and Clover Park Vocational/Technical Institutes.
Carolyn Roos
Carolyn Roos is a mechanical engineer with experience in industrial and building systems energy efficiency, hydroelectric facilities (Army Corps of Engineers), solar thermal applications and biopower. Currently Dr. Roos provides technical assistance on industrial and commercial building energy and provides support to the Northwest Clean Energy Application Center on biopower and waste-heat-to-power applications. She started her career as an Energy Management Engineer at Puget Sound Energy. Roos holds a Ph.D. in Systems Science and Mechanical Engineering and a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering.
Angela Santamaria
Angela Santamaria – the WSU Extension Energy Program Library Manager – has extensive experience in various types of libraries including school libraries, academic libraries, public libraries, and technical libraries. She also served in a management role in non-library settings such as a city housing authority and a state-based humanities program funded by the National Endowment for the Humanities. Santamaria is a graduate of the School of Library and Information Science at the University of Washington with a Master of Librarianship awarded with distinction.
Vince Schueler
Vince Schueler is a Program and System Analyst at the WSU Extension Energy Program. He has over 25 years of experience providing customer research, performance management, process improvement program evaluation, policy analysis, and strategic planning in state government and the private sector with a practical, result-oriented focus. Eleven years of this experience has focused on energy efficiency and resource conservation. Schueler holds a Master of Business Administration (Quantitative Methods) from the University of Washington and a Bachelor of Arts (Urban Studies) from the University of Maryland. He also earned a Lean Six Sigma Certificate of Achievement (Villanova University, 2008) and completed Northwest Public Health Leadership Institute training.
Susan Seegers
Susan Seegers is a skilled office professional with over a decade of experience providing excellent customer service. She currently serves as a Program Coordinator for the WSU Extension Energy Program where she provides customer service assistance and information on energy efficiency and renewable energy to a wide variety of customers. Prior to her time at the WSU Extension Energy Program, Seegers was an Administrative Assistant and Production Services Coordinator at the Miller Brewing Company, a Customer Service Representative at the Pabst Brewing Company, an Administrative Assistant for Jim J & Associates, Realtors, and a Curator for a museum. Seegers has a Bachelor of Arts in Art History from The Evergreen State College.
David Shepherd-Gaw
David Shepherd-Gaw is an Energy Services Clearinghouse Manager for the WSU Extension Energy Program, where he delivers energy information/services to U.S. businesses and consumers, manages special projects, and implements energy outreach programs. He develops new business opportunities, as well as communication and marketing strategies. Shepherd-Gaw has been with the WSU Extension Energy Program since 1998. He has a Bachelor of Science in Energy Studies from The Evergreen State College.
Anthony J. (Tony) Simon
Tony Simon is an Energy Systems Engineer at the WSU Extension Energy Program. He has experience in assessment and analysis of industrial energy systems such as motors, air compressors, pumps, fans, steam, refrigeration and cooling towers. Simon holds a Bachelor of Science (Electrical Engineering) from the University of Washington and U.S. Department of Energy Industrial Assessment Center (IAC) Certification.
David Sjoding
David Sjoding is a Renewable Energy Specialist at the WSU Extension Energy Program. His current focus is on bioenergy/bioproducts, hydrogen/fuel cells, clean heat and power (CHP), and geothermal. Sjoding is team leader for the Pacific Region Bioenergy Partnership and the Northwest Clean Energy Application Center. He has 30 years of experience in the energy field, serving several years as an Assistant Director at the Washington State Energy Office. Sjoding holds a Master of Public Administration (University of Washington) and is a Certified Energy Procurement Professional from the Association of Energy Engineers.
Melinda Spencer
Melinda Spencer is a Communications Specialist at the WSU Extension Energy Program. Spencer produces promotional and educational materials and provides technical editing support for Energy Program staff. She also assists the Plant Operations Support Consortium with communications and conference management. Spencer has more than 25 years of experience in technical and scientific communication, public involvement, instructional design, web design, online content development and video scripting. She holds a Masters Degree in Technical and Scientific Communication, a Masters Degree in Philosophy, and a Bachelor of Science degree in Biological Sciences.
James Squire
James Squire has over 35 years of experience in the personal computer/mainframe field, installing and maintaining computer equipment, networks and telecommunications systems. He currently serves the WSU Extension Energy Program as Computer Network Administrator, and has worked for the organization since 1996. Prior to that, Squire was a Computer Technical Specialist at the Washington State Energy Office, a Service Director for Idea Works, Inc., and served in computer engineering and manager positions for a variety of private companies. Squire also served as a Data Systems Technician in the U.S. Navy.
Mike Steele
Mike Steele is an Information Technology Specialist with the WSU Extension Energy Program. He maintains day-to-day operations of the computer network, assists staff with technical issues, offers training on new technologies/tools, and serves as a primary network support for several of the organization’s outside clients. Steele has a Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering Technology from DeVry University – Fremont.
Debbie Sullivan
Debbie Sullivan is an Energy/Customer Service Specialist at the WSU Extension Energy Program, providing customer service by responding to requests for information related to energy efficiency and renewable energy. She also assists in analyzing, interpreting, and reporting clearinghouse program data. Sullivan has extensive experience in program/project management, customer service, event coordination and accounting.
Lisa Terefenko
Lisa Terefenko is a software developer at the WSU Extension Energy Program. She has a solid background in application/web development, management and customer service. She plays a key role in launch and maintenance of major websites and worked with a team to develop and distribute the International Motors Selection and Savings Analysis (IMSSA) software tool. Terefenko holds a Bachelor of Science degree from The Evergreen State College.
Aleta M. Thompson
Aleta Thompson is an Energy Project Manager at the WSU Extension Energy Program. She leads a team of energy engineers, consultants and other professionals to plan and execute the Energy Efficient Emerging Technologies (E3T) Program sponsored by the Bonneville Power Administration. Thompson is an accomplished planning professional with extensive experience in electric energy conservation planning, program development, implementation, marketing and management in both the public and private sectors. She is a Washington State Licensed Real Estate Broker and holds a Master’s Degree in Urban Planning from the University of Washington.
Edwin L. Valbert
Edwin Valbert is Manager of the Plant Operations Support Consortium at the WSU Extension Energy Program. He has over 30 years of experience in facility management including energy management, facilities administration and maintenance, capital project management, and program development. Valbert spent the last 23 years supporting public facilities for the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) first as a construction coordinator and finally as the DSHS capital asset manager. Valbert experienced first-hand the balancing of mission support, occupant comfort and safety, with budget, and regulatory requirements. Valbert holds a bachelor’s degree in Architecture.
Chasya Sarah Walsh
Chasya Sarah Walsh is an Energy Project Analyst at the WSU Extension Energy Program, providing customer service by responding to requests for information related to energy efficiency and renewable energy. She also assists in analyzing, interpreting, and reporting clearinghouse program data. Walsh has extensive experience in project/policy management and previously served as a Customer Service Unit Manager for the Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife.
Deana Warner
Deana Warner is an Energy/Customer Service Specialist at the WSU Extension Energy Program, providing customer service by responding to requests for information related to energy efficiency and renewable energy. Warner has more than 15 years of experience in providing customer service, marketing, and housing services, and she holds an Associate in Applied Science degree.
Stacey Waterman-Hoey
Stacey Waterman-Hoey has 18 years of energy research and analysis with experience specializing in policy research, energy statistics and program management. Recent experience includes agricultural energy efficiency program management, industrial and power generation energy efficiency policy, energy workforce, labor markets and sustainability research. Waterman-Hoey is skilled at researching and communicating complex policy issues. She provides on-going research assistance to state energy policy leaders, the media and elected officials. Waterman-Hoey holds a Bachelor of Arts in Energy Studies from The Evergreen State College.
Kristin Webster
Kristin Webster is a Chemical Engineer and a Certified Energy Manager for the WSU Extension Energy Program. She analyzes energy efficiency projects and provides technical assistance to industrial customers.
Anne L. Whitney
Anne Whitney is a Librarian at the WSU Extension Energy Program. She has over 29 years of experience in the library field, including positions as cataloger, indexer, library information specialist, head of a cataloging service, cataloging instructor, and art college librarian. Whitney holds a Masters of Arts in Art History and a Masters of Science in Information and Library Science, Case Western Reserve University.
Bruce Whitney
Bruce Whitney is a Senior Software Developer for the WSU Extension Energy Program. He develops and maintains in-house and distributed software applications, as well as web applications and interfaces. Whitney holds Bachelors Degrees from both MIT and The Evergreen State College.
Cindy Wills
Cindy Wills has been with the WSU Extension Energy Program since 1996, answering hotline calls and providing technical responses to inquiries about lighting and the Washington State Energy Code. She also writes technical fact sheets and articles for publication. Wills has a Bachelor of Arts degree from The Evergreen State College (Environmental Studies), an Associate of Applied Science in Energy Management from Lane Community College, and is a Certified Energy Manager. She is a member of the Association of Energy Engineers and the Northwest Ecobuilders Guild.
William H. (Bill) Wilson
Bill Wilson joined the WSU Energy Program in 2007, bringing 30+ years of experience in energy-intensive food and non-food manufacturing facilities located in the U.S., Canada and abroad. His responsibilities included process engineering, project engineering, plant engineering, maintenance direction, and operations management. Areas of energy-related expertise include steam, pumping systems, process heating, compressed air, fan and blower systems, refrigeration, thermal and membrane concentration, and wastewater treatment. Wilson holds a Bachelor of Science (Chemical Engineering) and is a licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Washington.
Laurie Wingate
Laurie Wingate is the Information Systems Coordinator at the WSU Extension Energy Program. Wingate purchases and inventories computer hardware, software and supplies for the organization, and provides technical support for the office printers. Wingate has served the WSU Extension Energy Program since 1997.
Linda Witham
Linda Witham is a Project Manager with the WSU Extension Energy Program. She has planned, implemented, managed and evaluated energy information programs for state, regional and national programs since 1983. Prior to coming to WSU, Witham performed energy efficiency, renewable energy and sustainable agriculture technical assistance and publication development work at the Idaho, Michigan and Washington state energy offices and the National Center for Appropriate Technology. Witham has a Bachelor of Science from Michigan State University in Natural Resource Development and a Master of Environmental Studies from The Evergreen State College. Her responsibilities include management, writing, program planning, website development, and customer relations.
Vicki Zarrell
Vicki Zarrell is an Energy Specialist with the WSU Extension Energy Program. Since 1989, she has implemented industrial, commercial, and institutional energy programs and projects. Zarrell is an award-winning technical writer and has extensive experience editing technical publications. She also contributes to website development, and crafts content and html-language for several websites developed and managed by the WSU Extension Energy Program. Zarrell holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from The Evergreen State College.
Jack Zeiger
Jack Zeiger is a mechanical engineer with over a decade of experience in energy, manufacturing and product design. At the WSU Extension his current focus is on new and emerging energy efficiency technologies. Zeiger holds a Master in Teaching degree from The Evergreen State College, along with Bachelor’s degrees from the University of Washington (Mechanical Engineering) and Washington University in St. Louis (Political Science). Zeiger is a Certified Energy Manager and has Level II Building Operator Certification.