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Chris Bolduc

Senior Energy Efficiency Consultant & Project Manager

Driving national energy policy through scientific research, cross-functional leadership, and innovative system thinking

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Career Profile

As an Affiliate Consultant at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, I bring over fifteen years of specialized experience in scientific research and economic project management focused on energy efficiency standards and regulations. My work directly supports the U.S. Department of Energy's mission to establish minimum energy efficiency requirements that deliver substantial, measurable reductions in greenhouse gas emissions. Through rigorous data analysis, stakeholder engagement, and innovative system modeling, I've contributed to regulatory frameworks that provide both national and global environmental benefits while maintaining economic viability. My approach combines technical expertise with strategic leadership to navigate complex regulatory landscapes and deliver impactful results that stand up to scientific and legal scrutiny.

Core Competencies

Strategic Leadership

Developing innovative approaches to complex energy efficiency challenges through creative thinking and system analysis

Project Management

Leading cross-functional teams across technical, policy, and stakeholder domains to deliver impactful results

Technical Expertise

Designing robust modeling frameworks and transforming data into actionable policy insights

Stakeholder Engagement

Bridging interests between regulators, industry, and environmental groups through effective negotiation

Regulatory Implementation

Navigating complex rulemaking processes while maintaining scientific integrity and policy objectives

Knowledge Transfer

Authoring publications, presenting complex concepts, and mentoring emerging energy professionals

Career Highlights

  • Led teams contributing to US DOE regulations saving quads of energy and reducing CO2 emissions by hundreds of Mt through 2030
  • Managed teams producing peer-reviewed analysis for energy efficiency standards across multiple equipment categories
  • Represented DOE in public, adversarial negotiations with industry for key efficiency standards
  • Successfully worked with diverse presidential administrations to achieve their energy efficiency goals
  • Navigated changing political landscapes while maintaining continuity in energy policy implementation
  • Adapted analytical approaches to align with varying administration priorities without compromising scientific integrity

Professional Experience

Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory

2001 – Present

Energy Efficiency Studies Department, Berkeley, USA

Affiliate Consultant (2018 - Present)

  • Conceived and directed creation of integrated internal modelling stack improving efficiency and eliminating bottlenecks
  • Led Department energy conservation standards efforts for multiple products
  • Played pivotal role in forming relationships to acquire crucial load data from stakeholders

Program Manager II (2014 - 2018)

  • Directed migration from Excel to Python, improving simulation performance by 60x
  • Represented DOE during court-ordered regulatory negotiations
  • Led efforts to harmonize efficiency test procedures between USA and EU

Computer Systems Engineer III (2011 - 2014)

  • Directed research, data organization and documentation
  • Model and report integrations across platforms
  • Represented analysis during negotiations

Research Associate (2001 - 2003)

  • Conducted basic research and data organization
  • Standardized documentation processes
  • Provided technical documentation

Previous Experience

Pristine Communications

Taipei, Taiwan (1999-2000)

Web Developer/Project Manager

Advantech Co. Ltd.

Hsintien, Taiwan (1998-1999)

Web Developer/Technical Writer

Coach House Books

Toronto, Canada (1994-1998)

Prepress Operator/Web Master

Selected Publications

Contributing to the advancement of energy efficiency standards through peer-reviewed research and regulatory documentation

Energy Conservation Program: Energy Conservation Standards for Portable Electric Spas

Notice of Data Availability, U.S. Department of Energy, February 2025

Co-authored regulatory documentation establishing new energy efficiency standards for portable electric spas, contributing to national energy savings.

Energy Conservation Program: Energy Conservation Standards for Walk-in Coolers and Freezers

Final Rule, U.S. Department of Energy, December 2024

Led analysis and documentation for updated efficiency standards expected to significantly reduce energy consumption in commercial refrigeration.

Energy Conservation Program: Energy Conservation Standards for Distribution Transformers

Final Rule, U.S. Department of Energy, April 2024

Key contributor to standards development for distribution transformers, building on previous work from 2013 and 2007 rulemakings.

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Interested in collaborating on energy efficiency projects or need consulting expertise? Reach out to discuss how we can work together.

Location

Berkeley, California, USA