Dieter Smiley, P.E. is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in the renewable energy sector. Currently serving as a Senior Consultant at Energy and Environmental Economics, Inc., Dieter specializes in renewable energy development, due diligence, load forecasting, emissions analysis, and energy market research. Previous roles include Bay Area City Director for the Clean Energy Leadership Institute, where responsibilities centered on community engagement, and positions at the California Air Resources Board and California Public Utilities Commission, focusing on low carbon fuel standards and renewable procurement, respectively. Dieter possesses a Master's degree in Civil and Environmental Engineering from the University of California, Berkeley, and a Bachelor's degree in Industrial and Systems Engineering from The Ohio State University.