Brenden Millstein
About Brenden Millstein
Brenden Millstein serves as the President of Carbon Lighthouse, a company he co-founded that focuses on reducing carbon emissions in commercial buildings. He has a strong background in renewable energy and business, with previous roles at organizations such as Echoing Green, NYSERDA, and Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory.
Current Role at Carbon Lighthouse
Brenden Millstein serves as the President of Carbon Lighthouse, a position he has held since 2009. Under his leadership, the company has developed innovative solutions to help building owners reduce carbon emissions. Millstein has played a significant role in deploying patented software across over 1200 buildings, contributing to the company's growth and impact in the energy sector.
Previous Experience and Roles
Before his tenure at Carbon Lighthouse, Millstein held various positions in the energy and technology sectors. He worked as a Fellow at Echoing Green from 2011 to 2013 and served as a Project Manager at NYSERDA from 2006 to 2008. Additionally, he gained experience as a Business Development Intern at Recurve Inc. in 2009 and as a Summer Research Associate at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory in 2004 and 2005.
Education and Academic Background
Brenden Millstein holds a Master of Science in Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency from Stanford University, where he studied from 2009 to 2010. He also earned a Master of Business Administration from Stanford University Graduate School of Business during the same period. Prior to that, he completed a Bachelor of Arts in Physics at Harvard University from 2002 to 2006.
Contributions to Carbon Emission Reduction
Millstein has been instrumental in Carbon Lighthouse's initiatives aimed at reducing carbon emissions. His efforts have contributed to cutting emissions equivalent to 34 power plants. He has also played a key role in creating new income streams for commercial buildings, valued between $50,000 and $200,000 per building, through innovative approaches to energy management.
Speaking Engagements and Industry Involvement
Brenden Millstein has actively participated in industry events, including speaking at the Cleantech Forum in San Francisco. His involvement in the cleantech community reflects his commitment to advancing sustainable practices and technologies within the energy sector.