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Richard Engel

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Director of Power Resources at Redwood Coast Energy Authority
📍 Arcata, California, United States

Richard Engel is the Director of Power Resources at Redwood Coast Energy Authority, with over 25 years of experience in energy efficiency and renewable energy. A Certified Energy Manager and Humboldt State University graduate, he is described by colleagues as supportive and knowledgeable, with deep expertise in energy technologies.

He demonstrates a strong commitment to community through board memberships at Catracha Community and the Sonoma County Trails Council. His background includes extensive international and cross-cultural work, highlighted by his fluency in Spanish and projects focused on global energy solutions.

Unique fact: Richard co-authored a case study on developing the business and technical solutions for solar microgrids in two rural villages in India.

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Experience
25 Years
Current Role
Director of Power Resources
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
Arcata, California, United States
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Priorities

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Renewable Energy
His entire career is focused on renewable energy and energy efficiency, from research to his current director-level role at a clean energy authority.
Rural Electrification
Co-authored a publication assessing the business case for implementing solar microgrids in rural Indian villages, demonstrating a focus on global energy access.
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Career

Work history

2-2017
Director of Power Resources
Redwood Coast Energy Authority
8-2016 - 1-2017
Energy Specialist
Redwood Coast Energy Authority
10-2014 - 7-2016
Assistant Program Coordinator in Energy and Sustainability Division
County of Sonoma
Board Member
Catracha Community
Board Member
Sonoma County Trails Council
In the press

Media appearances

Where does my power come from? – Episode featuring Richard Engel, Director of Power Resources, Redwood Coast Energy Authority. Featured in Apple Podcasts
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The EcoNews Report: Where Does My Power Come From?. Featured in Redwood Coast Energy Authority – News
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Education
1981 - 1988
BS
Humboldt State University
1981 - 1988
Bachelor of Science (cum laude)
Humboldt State University
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