Eric Burton
About Eric Burton
Eric Burton is a Development Analyst at Pine Gate Renewables in Asheville, North Carolina, where he has worked since 2021. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Geography from Appalachian State University and a Master's Degree in Environmental Management from Duke University.
Work at Pine Gate Renewables
Eric Burton has been employed at Pine Gate Renewables since 2021, serving as a Development Analyst. In this role, he focuses on renewable energy projects and contributes to the company's development initiatives in Asheville, North Carolina. Prior to his current position, he worked as an Associate Project Manager at the same company from 2020 to 2021, where he gained experience in managing project timelines and coordinating with various stakeholders.
Education and Expertise
Eric Burton holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Geography from Appalachian State University, where he studied from 2013 to 2017. He furthered his education at Duke University’s Nicholas School of the Environment, earning a Master of Environmental Management with a focus on Energy and Environment from 2017 to 2019. His academic background provides him with a strong foundation in environmental issues and renewable energy management.
Background in Research and Internships
Before his roles at Pine Gate Renewables, Eric Burton gained valuable experience as a Research Assistant at Appalachian State University from 2014 to 2017. In addition, he completed a summer internship at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) in 2016, where he worked for two months at the Geophysical Fluid Dynamics Laboratory in Princeton, NJ. These experiences contributed to his understanding of environmental science and project management.