NEEP Staff
Susan Coakley, Executive Director
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Phone: 781-860-9177 ext. 112
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Since founding NEEP in 1996, Sue Coakley has served as Executive Director and a member of the Board of Directors. She provides strategic direction for NEEP's development, management and operations, and manages relationships with NEEP's broad base of funders. In her role, she advocates for state policies and cutting edge programs and technologies to accelerate energy efficiency.
Prior to NEEP, she was the lead staff on energy efficiency at the Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities. She has also served as an expert witness and directed collaborative efforts to develop, implement and evaluate ratepayer-funded energy efficiency programs. She began her career in clean energy solutions in the early 1980's when she helped to bring online one of the first commercial landfill gas to energy facilities in the country.
Known as a champion of collaboration and for her expertise in energy efficiency policies and strategies, she is a frequent speaker at national and regional forums, and serves on the Boards of several non-profit organizations.
She holds a master's degree in natural resource management and administration from Antioch/New England Graduate School and a bachelor's degree in environmental science from Windham College.
Josh Craft, Public Policy Research Analyst
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| Phone: 781-860-9177 ext. 109 |
In his role in NEEP's Public Policy team, Josh Craft conducts research on energy efficiency policy and assists in NEEP's efforts to inform policymakers of the role of energy efficiency to meet public policy goals, including those within economic, environmental and energy system platforms.
Josh joins NEEP from Americans for Campaign Reform in Concord, N.H., where he served as a legislative assistant, supporting the group's policy research and outreach. He previously served as a public policy specialist with the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) in Washington, D.C., where he managed advocacy efforts on energy and environmental policy for ASME's members nationally.
A native of Pennsylvania and a resident of Somerville, Mass., he holds a bachelors in history from Davidson College and a masters in American history from Brandeis University.
Laura De Angelo, Development & Partner Alliance Manager
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Laura De Angelo joined NEEP in September 2009 as the Development Manager. She manages NEEP's Partners Program; provides support for grant research, writing, and reporting; and develops plans for sponsorship and project underwriting.
Prior to joining NEEP, she worked for the Encyclopedia of Earth, first as an editorial assistant and then as the Managing Editor.
Laura graduated from the Center for Energy and Environmental Studies at Boston University with a bachelor of arts (cum laude) in environmental policy and analysis and a master of arts in energy and environmental analysis.
Alicia Dunn, Marketing Communications Manager
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Natalie Hildt, Public Policy Outreach Manager
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| Phone: 781-860-9177 ext. 121 |
Natalie Hildt manages NEEP's efforts to track and support energy efficiency policy initiatives at the state, regional and federal levels. As part of the Public Policy group, Natalie works to advance a clear and compelling case for continued public support of energy efficiency policies and programs through legislative and regulatory initiatives.
Prior to joining NEEP in 2009, Natalie was employed by National Grid as a Senior Communications Specialist, promoting electric and gas efficiency programs in New England and New York. She first joined National Grid/KeySpan in 2006 as a Residential Efficiency Program Manager. Natalie has had extensive public policy experience, beginning as a Program and Outreach Coordinator with 20/20 Vision in Washington, D.C., continuing as Associate Director of the Appliance Standards Awareness Project (ASAP), and later as Director of Community Development for Congressman John F. Tierney (MA-06). In addition, Natalie worked for Energy and Resource Solutions (ERS) where she contributed to a variety of energy efficiency programs, including building energy code training and as project coordinator for the Efficiency Maine commercial and industrial program.
Natalie holds a B.A. in Environment and Public Policy from Connecticut College and an M.A. in Communications Management from Emerson College.
Susy Jones, High Performance Schools and Public Buildings Program Manager
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Susy works primarily on high performance buildings policy, including schools, hospitals, public facilities, and building energy codes. She joined NEEP in 2008 as an intern for the High Performance Schools Exchange and recently became a full time associate. Before joining NEEP, Susy helped administer the Philadelphia School District's nutrition education program.
Susy has a master's degree in Urban and Environmental Policy & Planning from Tufts University and a bachelor's degree in English from Bryn Mawr College.
Jon Linn, Commercial Programs Manager
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Jon manages NEEP's initiatives focused on efficient commercial lighting and efficient packaged HVAC systems. In his capacity as the Commcerical Programs manager, he coordinates advisory groups for each initiative, organizes information exchange events and manages joint regional contractors for program implementation and for topic-specific research. He has also managed NEEP's initiatives for efficiency in industrial motors and for whole building energy performance.
Jon has made his living in the energy efficiency field since 1980. He has worked in facilities management at Colby College, electric utility fields at Central Maine Power Co. in engineering, customer services, marketing and efficiency programs. He has functioned as operations officer and business development manager for a small energy services company and has provided independent consulting services to utilities and other program managers from northern New England to eastern Australia.
Jon is a licensed professional engineer and member of the American Society for Heating, Refrigeration and Air conditioning Engineers and the American Society for Mechanical Engineers. Jon is also a Board member for the National Council for Quality Lighting Professionals.
David Lis, Appliance Standards Project Manager
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David Lis manages NEEP's Appliance Standards Project, advocating on two primary fronts; state standards activity in the Northeast and Federal standards activity at the national level. He also serves in a support role for the Retail Products Initiative. David joined NEEP as an intern in November 2006. His undergraduate degree is in physics from Middlebury College.
Ed Londergan, Project Manager
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| Phone: 781-860-9177 ext. 132 |
Linda Malik, Residential Program Manager
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| Phone: 781-860-9177 ext. 115 |
Linda manages NEEP's High Efficiency Retail Products Initiative, which seeks to build market share and capture the associated energy savings related to residential lighting, appliances and consumer electronics that meet ENERGY STAR or more stringent specifications.
Most recently she has worked with Cool Monadnock, a regional climate protection initiative in SW New Hampshire, and the 10% Challenge in Keene, NH, a program dedicated to assisting businesses reduce their GHG emissions.
Linda recently graduated with a master's degree in environmental studies from Antioch University New England, with a focus on climate change and sustainability. She also holds a bachelor's degree in graphic design and marketing from Buffalo State College in NY.
Cecily McChalicher, Regional EM&V Forum Associate
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| Phone: 781-860-9177 ext. 138 |
Cecily assists NEEP’s administration and operation of the Regional Evaluation, Measurement & Verification (EM&V) Forum.
Prior to joining NEEP, Cecily worked as the Conservation Programs Associate for the Minnesota Land Trust where she assisted with land protection projects, administered the volunteer program, and managed conservation easement stewardship activities. She also played a key role in the Minnesota Land Trust’s successful application to become one of the first accredited Land Trusts in the country.
Cecily has also worked for the Planning Department in the City of Hastings, Minnesota and for the Federal Trade Commission in Washington, DC. Cecily holds a bachelor’s degree in political science from Carleton College and a master’s degree in urban and regional planning from the University of Minnesota.
Bob McTighe, Director of Financial & Administrative Services
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Julie Michals, Director, Evaluation, Measurement & Verification Forum
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Julie Michals directs NEEP's project to scope, develop and launch a three-year plan for a Northeast Evaluation, Measurement and Verification (EM&V) Forum to develop common protocols to measure, verify, track and report energy savings and related costs and emission impacts from demand resources. Previously, Julie served as NEEP's Public Policy Outreach Manager for six years.
Prior to NEEP, Julie was Senior Policy Analyst at the Massachusetts Division of Energy Resources (DOER) where she researched, analyzed and developed policy recommendations for DOER on a broad range of energy efficiency issues, and developed annual energy efficiency reports to the legislature on ratepayer-funded energy efficiency activities. Prior to DOER, Julie worked for Tellus Institute performing research on electric utility restructuring issues with a focus on environmental and consumer protection concerns. Julie holds a bachelor's degree in business economics from the University of California at Santa Barbara, and a master's degree in energy and environmental analysis from the Center for Energy & Environmental Studies at Boston University.
Carrie Nash, Strategic Marketing Manager
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Carrie oversees the operation and expansion of NEEP's website and leads on developing online marketing strategies to build NEEP's brand on the web. She also oversees media relations, ensuring NEEP's message is communicated effectively through regional and national press, and online media portals.
Carrie joined NEEP with over 10 years of marketing and communications experience. Prior to joining NEEP in 2009, she worked as a consultant for a number of organizations developing online marketing strategies. In addition, Carrie has written for several online and print media outlets covering issues from clean technology, social responsibility, and sustainable branding, to lifestyle and family issues. She has also served as the Policy and Communications Officer for a local government authority in Norfolk, England where she oversaw the implementation and promotion of anti-discrimination regulations and contributed to media relations. Carrie holds a bachelor's degree in communications from Regis College in Weston, MA and a master's degree in international relations from the University of East Anglia in Norwich, England.
Jim O'Reilly, Director of Public Policy
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Jim O'Reilly oversees NEEP's policy outreach and implementation efforts to develop and provide information to key audiences, maintain relationships with NEEP sponsors and partners, and manage NEEP's strategic communications to build public support for energy efficiency.
Previously, Jim was Account Director for Virtual, Inc., a public relations and management consulting firm. He has also served as Director of Public Information for the Massachusetts Office of Campaign and Political Finance; Director of Public Affairs for the Greater Boston Real Estate Board; and Managing Editor for the Marlboro Enterprise/Hudson Daily Sun newspapers. He received his bachelor's degree in political science from The College of the Holy Cross in Worcester, Mass
Irina Rasputnis, Commercial Programs Associate
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Carolyn Sarno, Senior Program Manager, High Performance Buildings
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Carolyn Sarno manages NEEP's Northeast High Performance School Exchange and oversees NEEP's Building Energy Codes Project. She assists states to adopt and implement advanced building design policies by providing training and information, responding to requests for information, conducting research, preparing materials and technical guidelines, and connecting groups with the experience and results of others working towards similar goals. Carolyn also cultivates and maintains relationships with states, project underwriters and other key stakeholders concerned with advanced buildings. Carolyn is the Vice Chairman for the national CHPS Board of Directors, and a Certified Building Operator. She also Chairs the Town of Bedford Energy Task Force and Mass. Governor Deval Patrick's Net Zero Energy Task Force for Public Buildings.
Carolyn has over 11 years of hands on Facilities Management experience most recently with the City of Newton, Mass. where she managed and coordinated all facilities operations and maintenance activities for 85 public buildings, including 22 schools. Carolyn was responsible for developing a capital improvement plan that incorporated sustainable best practices as well as coordinating the commissioning of a 330,000 sq. ft. addition to a high school. Carolyn has a bachelor's degree in psychology from Salem State College.
Susan Stocker, Accounting Manager
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| Phone: 781-860-9177 ext. 122 |
As Accounting Manager, Susan is responsible for the day to day accounting functions at NEEP. Susan works closely with the Director of Financial Operations and also provides administrative support to the Executive Director and other NEEP staff.
Susan started as a contractor in 2002. She became part of NEEP staff in the role of Accounting Manager in June of 2007.
Past work experience includes being the Accounting Manager for Diet Workshop, Inc. Prior to her employment with NEEP Susan worked as a consultant doing bookkeeping for multiple clients. Susan holds an Associate Degree from Middlesex Community College.
Elizabeth Titus, Research and Evaluation Manager
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As Research and Evaluation Manager, Elizabeth Titus works on the organization's efforts to coordinate and facilitate evaluation and market research activities in the region, as well as on assessments of the effectiveness of programs, policies, and technologies that advance energy efficiency.
Recently, her work has focused on the need for common measurement and verification (M&V) protocols in the Northeast, approaches to estimating market penetration of energy efficient products, and assessment of residential HVAC efficiency opportunities in the region.
Previously, Elizabeth was Senior Analyst at National Grid in Massachusetts where she researched, analyzed and managed evaluations of energy efficiency measures, various utility programs and policy recommendations, and contributed to the development of annual plans and performance reports to regulators in Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island. She has also worked for the U.S. Geological Survey on water demand research, for Science Applications International Corporation on national surveys of energy demand and supply, and as a consultant on a variety of energy and environmental issues and concerns.
Elizabeth received a bachelor's degree in biology and environmental studies from Williams College; a master's degree in regional science from the University of Pennsylvania; and a master's degree in business management from Lesley University.
Don Vigneau, Building Energy Codes Project Manager
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| Phone: 781-860-9177 ext. 136 |
As a manager of the building codes project, Don Vigneau concentrates on energy codes training and code adoption activities throughout the region and nationally. He brings to NEEP extensive administration experience and knowledge of building and energy codes.
His career as a licensed architect has encompassed positions including Connecticut State Building Inspector, member of the Connecticut State Codes and Standards Committee, chairman of the MDC and Water Bureau for Greater Hartford, Connecticut, and member of the CT Public Transit Authority.
Prior to joining NEEP, Don worked for ten years as the Director of Inspections & Permits for the Town of East Hartford, Conn. He has been an active member of the International Codes Council (ICC) since its inception, and a member of its Building Officials and Code Administrators (BOCA) legacy code since 1974. Don also serves as a board member of the New England Building Code Association, where he has been active since 1989. He has a bachelor's degree in architecture from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.
Allison Webster, Building Energy Policy Associate
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