Justin Foster (2010)
Fellowship Year: 2010
Academic Background: Boston University - PhD 2012- (Systems Engineering)
As a PhD candidate in Systems Engineering at Boston University, Justin is studying sustainable energy systems, environmental policy analysis, and electricity market design. In particular, he is working towards the development of an applied science base incorporating demand response and distributed generation, which holds promise for dramatic global effects on sustainable energy when implemented in both developed and developing countries. Currently, he is focused on the market-based coordination of plug-in-hybrid electric vehicles and renewable electricity generation – in particular, wind – that will contribute to the broad adoption of both technologies. His awareness of sustainable power systems began through his work at ICF International, where he supported the US Environmental Protection Agency in the development and analysis of multi-pollutant trading programs included in the Clean Air Act, Clean Air Interstate Rule, and Clean Air Mercury Rule. Justin graduated from Bowdoin College with an AB in Mathematics, cum laude, and enjoys rooting for Boston area sports – Go Pats! – as well as sand dollar hunting, wine tasting, and bicycling.
Expertise: Engineering, Chem, Toxicology, Energy & Climate Change