Graduation Date: June 2011
Degree(s): B.S. Mechanical Engineering

As part of RMI's project "Reinventing Fire", Sam plotted a strategy for getting the United States steel industry off of fossil fuels by 2050. This steel analysis will be incorporated into RMI's next book on how to transition the US from fossil fuels to energy efficient fuels and renewables. Beyond the content, this analysis will also most likely be used as a framework for other industries such as the cement industry.

He also created a building's energy and cost models for a case study as part of a larger project intended to help engineers and business leaders learn whole-systems design.

Finally, Sam analyzed the energy flows in the hydronic system in Amory Lovins' house. This work created a better understanding of the system and contributed to a protocol to manage stored solar thermal energy.

"I got to spend my whole summer doing the things that I love: work on exciting energy problems; spend time with amazing people who also want to solve energy issues; and salsa dance."

"The value of the MAP Fellows is the work done. Great input from bright, enthusiastic young students. It's satisfying to see the Fellows learn and grow."