PATRICK BURNS
Patrick has over 25 years of engineering, planning, and analytic experience with a focus on demand side management (DSM) consulting, program planning and evaluation, energy efficiency analysis, lighting design, and electrical system specification. As a licensed electrical engineer, Patrick has a strong expertise in measurement and verification approaches for all energy efficiency, demand response, and distributed energy resource systems utilizing many different algorithms and data sources. Patrick excels in delivering valued consultation, leading challenging and difficult projects, and using communication and problem-solving skills to facilitate coordination between technical teams and clients. Patrick’s largest clients include Georgia Power, Pennsylvania Public Utilities Commission, Commonwealth Edison, Vermont Department of Public Service, and Ameren.
Contact Information
- patrick[at]brightlinegroup.com
Certifications & Education
- Professional Engineer (PE) – CO 35370, CA 15948, FL 57217, ID 10286, NV 171651
- Certified Energy Manager (CEM)
- Certified Demand Side Management Professional (CDSM)
- BS, Architectural Engineering, 1996, University of Colorado – Boulder
Where did you grow up?
Many great spots in the Rocky Mountains, including Moab
What was your first job?
Lifeguard at Water World
If you could pick up a new skill in an instant, what would it be?
Smiling 🙂
How do you spend your free time?
Snow riding, hiking, mountain biking, and running