Eddie C
- Research Program Mentor
MBA at Yale University
Expertise
Engineering, Business, Renewable Energy, Energy, Technology, Startups
Bio
Hello, I am a recent MBA graduate from Yale University with an BS in Chemical Engineering from UT Austin. I have 8 years of work experience ranging from engineering design, product management, and business development. I've previously worked at large companies such as Amazon (Product) and Shell (Engineering) as well as smaller startups/firms such as Ai for Animals (Co-Founder/Product Lead), Modern Hydrogen (Series B Cleantech) and Blue Ivy Ventures (Venture Fellow). I have a strong interest in energy and technology that creates an impact for broader community - environmental sustainability, digital accessibility, and process optimization. Outside of work, I'm a passionate musician and enjoy playing strategy board games. I play both the violin and piano and have been a part of multiple community orchestra's in New Orleans, LA and Houston, TX. Most recently, I performed a virtual concert with the Texas Medical Center Orchestra to raise $7M for the United Nation COVID-19 Response Fund (Our video is on Youtube! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=keWJmCzSMW0&ab_channel=UnitedNationsFoundation). I've also been lucky to play several of my favorite board games on a competitive level both on national and world scale. Currently, I hold the 2022 World Championship title for being 1st place in Brass and 2nd place in Agricola. The fun fact I usually like to share is that I lived on an offshore platform in the Gulf of Mexico for 2 years and commuted via helicopter to work!Project ideas
Green Building Retrofit Proposal
Advanced Research Paper What the Student Will Learn: - Principles of energy efficiency and sustainable building design. - Research and analysis skills for assessing the energy performance of existing buildings. - Project planning and budgeting for sustainable retrofits. - Presentation and communication skills for pitching sustainability proposals. Synopsis of the Process of Information Gathering: - Building Assessment: The student will select an existing building (e.g., a school, office, or community center) and conduct a thorough energy audit to assess its current energy performance. This includes evaluating insulation, lighting, HVAC systems, and other energy-consuming components. - Energy Data Collection: Gather historical energy consumption data for the selected building to understand its energy usage patterns and identify areas of improvement. - Sustainable Retrofit Options: Research and compile a list of sustainable retrofit options, such as upgrading lighting to LED, improving insulation, installing solar panels, or implementing smart building technologies. - Cost Analysis: Estimate the costs associated with each retrofit option, including materials, labor, and potential return on investment through energy savings. - Environmental Impact Assessment: Analyze the potential environmental benefits of the proposed retrofits, such as reduced carbon emissions and energy conservation. - Community Engagement: Engage with building occupants and relevant stakeholders to gather input and build support for the retrofit project. - Proposal Development: Create a comprehensive proposal for the green building retrofit, including a detailed plan, cost projections, and potential funding sources or incentives. Potential Student Outcomes: - A well-researched and documented green building retrofit proposal. - A persuasive presentation summarizing the proposal's key points. - Enhanced research and analytical skills in the context of energy efficiency and sustainability. - An understanding of the financial and environmental aspects of sustainable building retrofits. - Improved communication and presentation skills. This project allows students to explore energy efficiency and sustainable design principles in the context of existing buildings. They will learn how to assess energy performance, identify retrofit opportunities, and create a compelling proposal for making a building more environmentally friendly and energy-efficient. The outcome will be a detailed retrofit proposal that can serve as a blueprint for future sustainable building improvement projects.