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James Leidel
Sustainable, low carbon energy solutions - Lower your energy costs and slash your carbon footprint (DTE Energy)
James Leidel is a highly skilled professional with extensive experience in sustainable and low-carbon energy solutions. He currently serves as the Principal Markets Technical Consultant - DTE Gas at DTE Energy, based in the Greater Detroit Area.1
Career Highlights
Current Role:: At DTE Energy, Leidel focuses on low-carbon Combined Heat and Power (CHP) systems, solar, wind, biomass, and green buildings. He specializes in helping organizations reduce their carbon footprint by 40-80% through energy efficiency, CHP, and solar PV solutions.1
Previous Experience::
- Energy Manager at Oakland University (2001-2011)
- President of Emergent Clean Energy Technologies LLC (2011-present)
- Various roles at Invensys Building Systems, including Energy Services Manager and Branch Operations Manager
Expertise
Leidel's areas of expertise include:
- CHP, solar, wind, and biomass energy
- Green building project development
- Feasibility studies and financing
- Energy management and efficiency
- HVAC controls and building systems
Education
- PhD Candidate in Mechanical Engineering at Oakland University
- Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Michigan
- Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Purdue University
Notable Achievements
Throughout his career, Leidel has secured significant funding for various energy projects, including:
- A $2.75M DOE geothermal/solar thermal project
- Multiple grants and institutional funding for green buildings, solar PV, microturbines, and biomass heating systems
He has also taught mechanical engineering courses at Oakland University, focusing on Clean Energy Engineering, Thermodynamics, Alternative Energy, Energy Management, and Combined Heat & Power.1
