Ted James
Ted James is a member of the Technology Systems and Sustainability Analysis Group in the Strategic Energy Analysis Center.
Energy Analyst
On staff since November 2008
Phone number: 303-384-7446
E-mail: ted.james@nrel.gov
Analysis expertise
- Knowledge of clean energy policy and solar technologies
- Environmental and regulatory strategy
- International trade and governance experience
Primary research interests
- Market impacts of energy and environmental policy
- Linkages between climate change mitigation and competitiveness
Education and background training
- B.A. (with honors) in environmental science, Washington University in St. Louis, 2004
Prior work experience
- Senior Analyst, Sentech, Inc., supporting of the Department of Energy's Solar Energy Technologies Program, Washington, D.C. (2007-2008)
- International Trade Analyst, Fontheim International, LLC., Washington, D.C. (2006)
- Assistant Program Officer and Consultant, IUCN — The World Conservation Union, Bangkok, Thailand (2004-2005)
Selected publications
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James, T.; Goodrich, A.; Woodhouse, M.; Margolis, R.; Ong, S. (2011). "Building-Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) in the Residential Sector: An Analysis of Installed Rooftop System Prices." 50 pp.; NREL Report No. TP-6A20-53103.
Logan, J.; James, T. L. (2009). "Comparative Review of a Dozen National Energy Plans: Focus on Renewable and Efficient Energy." 49 pp.; NREL Report No. TP-6A2-45046.
Logan, J.; Sullivan, P.; Short, W.; Bird, L.; James, T. L.; Shah, M. R. (2009). "Evaluating a Proposed 20% National Renewable Portfolio Standard." 35 pp.; NREL Report No. TP-6A2-45161.
Bolinger, M.; Wiser, R.; Cory, K.; James, T. (2009). "PTC, ITC, or Cash Grant? An Analysis of the Choice Facing Renewable Power Projects in the United States." 21 pp.; NREL Report No. TP-6A2-45359; LBNL-1642E.
Full list of Ted James publications (NREL)
Personal interests/hobbies
Traveling, skiing, mountain biking, non-fiction books, music







