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About Smart Energy Living
Smart Energy Living is an informational resource provided by Colorado Energy Science Center (CESC), a 501 C (3) non-profit organization.
CESC's mission is to help people make smart energy decisions. CESC was founded in 1999 by the managing partners of the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL). NREL is the largest laboratory dedicated to renewable energy and energy efficiency research and development run by the U.S. Department of Energy.
"Smart Energy Living is more than just a magazine or website. It is an idea that change the way we use energy. The idea is a simple one - that homeowners can make decisions for their own benefit, to cut energy costs and to increase the comfort and resale value of their homes, and in doing so, can provide an economic and environmental benefit to their communities and the planet." Patrick Keegan, Executive Director
APPROACH
America is the most energy intensive economy in history - and demand continues to grow. More than half of the nation's oil is imported, much of it from the Mideast. Fossil fuel combustion has increased the concentration of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere to levels unprecedented in human history. Energy efficiency and renewable energy can reduce dependence on imported oil, reduce energy bills, stretch our fossil fuel reserves and benefit the environment. Many investments in clean energy technology yield very positive returns but remain unrealized. Education is the critical tool to increase investments in clean energy. Consumers control the efficiency of energy use. Well-educated consumers will create a cleaner and more efficient energy future.
STAFF
Pat Keegan, Executive Director
Pat Keegan became CESC's Executive Director in 2001. Pat spent the previous eight years working internationally, on energy and climate change projects at the International Institute for Energy Conservation and at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory. He assisted developing countries on greenhouse gas reduction initiatives, attended international climate negotiations sessions, and lectured on energy and climate issues in Europe, Latin America, and Asia. His nearly 20 years of sustainable energy experience includes managing programs to implement energy efficiency in buildings, developing legislation and policy for the State of Washington, and providing Demand Side Management consulting services to electric utilities.
Renee Bobian, Accounts Manager
Renee Bobian brings a variety of skills uniquely valuable to CESC and its programs. She has been involved in the home building industry for over 22 years as a licensed real estate agent, served as a secondary substitute teacher for several years in Wyoming, and has been an private tax accountant and bookkeeper for 8 years. Renee became involved with CESC in 2001 as a part-time, contracted employee. She maintains the day-to-day bookkeeping and also measures, interprets and communicates financial activity for managers, grantors, regulators and other stakeholders.
Juanita McConkey, Communication Director
Juanita has over 10 years experience in organizational communication and outreach, the last four with CESC. In addition to directing staff and volunteers in a professional setting, Juanita has also developed project management and leadership skills through volunteer work. She served as the founding chair for the Denver Remodelers Council Auction to Benefit the Home Builders Foundation, which raised over $40,000 in its first year, and also served as a Court Appointed Special Advocate for Broomfield and Adams County. Juanita manages CESC's internal and external communications including websites, newsletters, press releases, and marketing material.
Matt Thornberry, Program Manager, E-Star Colorado
Matt Thornberry has been utilizing his business and environmental background managing the E-Star Colorado Program since 2001. Matt facilitates codes and standards grants, manages the Home Performance with ENERGY STAR and Home Energy Rating System programs, and oversees educational seminars and special events. Matt is also a certified Building Analyst.
Alexandra Grant, Outreach Manager
Alexandra graduated from the University of Kansas with a degree in journalism and an emphasis in advertising. She comes to CESC with an extensive publishing and media background, having heavy experience in sales, sponsorships and event management. Alex manages CESC's Outreach Program, overseeing projects and partnerships with homeowners, contractors and utilities companies throughout Colorado.
Kristin Elsmore, Senior Project Coordinator
Kristin is an alumnus of the University of Vermont and holds a degree in Environmental Science and focus in Ecological Design. Her interests lie in her extensive volunteer history. From building homes for Habitat for Humanity and repairing solar panels on a small island in the West Indies to teaching women’s entrepreneurship in West Africa she seeks out way to improve the stewardship and livelihood of people on Earth. She is a licensed real estate agent and holds a certification as a permaculture apprentice. Kristin came onboard at CESC in June 2007 and works closely with homeowners, home performance contractors and utilities marketing and managing energy efficiency projects and programs around Colorado.
PROGRAMS AND DIVISIONS
Outreach Program
CESC brings together the information, resources and tools to help you understand how to reduce your energy use and save money through our Smart Energy Living Outreach Program. We publish a semi-annual magazine, offer workshops, provide online information, and links to contractors.
School Education Program
CESC’s School Education Program reaches up to 10,000 students each year with a variety of programs, including the Energy Hog Traveling Road Show, Solar Schools, and Home Energy Investigation Contest.
E-Star Colorado Division
E-Star Colorado’s mission is to advance energy efficiency in housing by partnering with, supporting, and providing information through its Energy Ratings to participants in the housing industry. In the past E-Star Colorado functioned as a separate nonprofit entity. In an effort to centralize and increase resources, E-Star is becoming a division of CESC.
Current Job Opening
To apply, send a cover letter and a resume to pkeegan@energyscience.org. Please note the job title you are applying for at the beginning of your e-mail.
- Contracts Manager (half-time) A new half-time position that establishes and maintains CESC’s system for grant and contract management. Reports to the Executive Director, assists CESC’s 3 Program Managers with reporting. Maintains a detailed budget projection spreadsheet.
- Executive Assistant (full-time) This newly created position, which reports to the Executive Director, assists with fundraising research and coordinates and tracks the organization’s fundraising efforts. It also provides some office management and administrative support functions.
- Project Coordinator (half-time) This is also a new half-time position that will support the E-Star Division programs and the Outreach Program.
To apply, send a cover letter and a resume to pkeegan@energyscience.org. Please note the job title you are applying for at the beginning of your e-mail. |
