Synapse Energy Economics
Shelley Kwok is a Senior Associate at Synapse Energy Economics, specializing in building decarbonization studies, energy efficiency program assessments, electric sector modeling, and the creation of expert reports related to Integrated Resource Planning across North America. Previous roles include Associate and Research Associate at Tufts University, where Shelley conducted energy modeling and data visualization, and Design and Fabrication Assistant at Bray Labs, mastering machine shop equipment and training others. Additional experience includes a Mechanical Engineering Internship at Integral Group, research assistance at the Tufts Renewable Energy and Applied Photonics Lab, and student mentoring at the Tufts University Center for Engineering Education and Outreach. Shelley holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Tufts University and has participated in a study abroad program at Universidad Carlos III de Madrid.
Synapse Energy Economics
Synapse Energy Economics, Inc. provides research, testimony, reports and regulatory support to consumer advocates, environmental organizations, regulatory commissions, state energy offices, and others. The firm was founded in May 1996 to specialize in consulting on energy, economic, and environmental topics. Synapse assesses the implications of electricity industry planning, regulation and restructuring. Our work covers various interrelated issues such as transmission planning, service reliability, siting, fuel diversity, resource planning, financial and economic risks, renewable energy potential and renewable portfolio standards, energy efficiency, electricity modeling, portfolio management, customer service and more.