​Erin Blackley is a PhD student in the Advanced Energy Systems program in collaboration with the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL). Her research experience centers on thermal energy storage materials for buildings; currently, her research focuses on developing 3D-printed polymer heat exchangers incorporated with phase change materials for electrified water heating systems in low-income housing. She holds a BS in Chemical Engineering from Northeastern University. In her free time, she enjoys cooking, playing trumpet, and mountain biking.