Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering, Massachusetts Institute of Technology; Master of Science, Mechanical Engineering, Massachusetts Institute of Technology; Ph.D., Mechanical Engineering, Stanford University; semi finalist in NASA group 21 selection; currently employed by the NREL. His research is focused on heat transfer modeling, heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) system analysis and testing, and the study of grid-connected homes. Prior to working at NREL, Chuck was a project manager at Protonex Technology, where he directed the development of kilowatt-scale solid-oxide fuel cell systems for both military and civilian customers. His background is in experimental heat transfer and fluid mechanics.