​Andrew Speake’s MS thesis and research focused on developing reduced-order models for residential building buildings and developed their integration into advanced thermostat controls of homes with variable electric rates. Andrew got his BS in Environmental Engineering from Clemson University. In his free time Andrew enjoys woodworking and spending time outdoors hiking, camping, or snowboarding. He is now a Research Engineer at NREL, https://www.nrel.gov/research/staff/andrew-speake.htm