On Wednesday, October 5th, Dr. Subrato Chandra will be touring Dynan Construction’s Beach Road residential retrofit on Siesta Key. This project is supported by Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) in an attempt to reach 30% or better in reduced energy costs. Please read Dr. Chandra’s bio below, and check back soon for job site pictures and updates on our green remodeling progress! Also visit http://www.ba-pirc.org/casestud/index.htm for other case studies conducted by Building America.
Dr. Subrato Chandra, Energy Planning & Policy Analysis
Biography
Subrato is currently managing research projects to significantly increase the energy efficiency of existing and new homes as part of the U.S. Department of Energy, Building America (BA) program (www.baihp.org). Prior to joining Pacific Northwest National Laboratories in April 2010, he directed the Florida Solar Energy Center BA project that provided technical assistance to factory and site builders that has resulted in over one hundred and sixty thousand energy efficient and durable homes.
Subrato is nationally recognized for forming effective partnerships with industry and universities. He has authored or co-authored over 70 papers and articles, 4 book chapters and over 60 contract reports. He is a frequent speaker at conferences.
Research Interests
- Energy Efficient Homes - Design, construction and renovation
- Indoor Air Quality
- Innovative HVAC and water heating systems and components
- Solar Energy Applications
Education and Credentials
- Ph.D., Aerospace Engineering, West Virginia University,
- B. Tech., Aeronautical Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur, India