James Friedrich

James Friedrich is currently a Lead Policy Developer at California ISO, where James evaluates, proposes, and develops enhancements to the company's markets to ensure efficient market operations and electric grid reliability. Prior to this role, James held various positions at the California Energy Commission, where James monitored emerging energy technology, led R&D initiatives, and conducted engineering and economic analyses related to electricity and natural gas in California. James holds a Master of Arts in Economics from California State University-Sacramento, a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from the University of California, Davis, and an Associate of Science in Mathematics from Sierra College.