Bonnie Powell is an energy engineer in NREL's Applied Engineering Group and holds a M.S. degree in advanced energy systems and graduate certificate in humanitarian engineering from the Colorado School of Mines. At NREL, she helps federal agencies and communities achieve their renewable energy goals. She also works on international sustainable development projects and sustainable transportation research through collaboration with NREL’s mobility center. Prior to working at NREL, she received a B.S. degree in mechanical engineering from Cornell University and worked in energy efficiency consulting for three years.

Research Interests

Deploying low-carbon technology

International sustainable community development

Sustainable transportation

Education

M.S., Advanced Energy Systems, Colorado School of Mines

B.S., Mechanical Engineering, Cornell University

Professional Experience

Senior Analyst, The Cadmus Group (2020–2021)

Analyst, The Cadmus Group (2018–2020)

Associations and Memberships

President, Association of Energy Services Professionals Rocky Mountain Chapter

Featured Work

Fort Erie On-Demand Transit Case Study, NREL Technical Report (2023)

Advancing Transportation Efficiency and Electric Vehicles in Tonga: A Review of Relevant Trends and Best Practices, NREL Technical Report (2023)

Awards and Honors

NREL Key Contributor Award (2022)