Mike Henchen works to decarbonize U.S. buildings through electrification of heating and other end uses. He led two key reports – The Impact of Fossil Fuels in Buildings, providing a crash course in direct building emissions, and The Economics of Electrifying Buildings, emphasizing the opportunity to decarbonize buildings by transitioning away from fossil fuel consumption on site. He has also worked with RMI’s Puerto Rico team to support a resilient, affordable, clean electricity system there. His other work has focused on innovative customer programs at utilities and the changing utility business model.
Background
Before joining RMI, Mike was an engagement manager for McKinsey and Company in San Francisco. He worked primarily in the electric power sector serving major utilities on operations and strategy projects. Before this, Mike served as an officer in the US Army, deploying to Afghanistan with the 101st Airborne Division in 2008-2009. Mike holds an MBA from Stanford University and a BS in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering from Princeton University.
Education
MBA, Stanford Graduate School of Business
B.Sc., Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Princeton University
Location
Boulder, CO
Why I Love Working At RMI
“I am inspired to work toward solutions that build a sustainable energy future while also supporting a dynamic energy system that helps customers, businesses, and communities meet their goals.”
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