Aliso Canyon Winter Technical Report

Mia Darden

Supervisor of Energy Benchmarking, & Compliance

Mrs. Darden is Ecom Energy’s Supervisor of Energy Benchmarking, & Compliance. Mia brings a wealth of experience from her years of teaching integrated science, where she honed her skills in simplifying complex scientific principles, fostering collaboration, and honing her leadership skills.

Mia earned her Bachelor of Science in Child and Adolescent Development from California State University, Fullerton, graduating summa cum laude. She also holds a Biological Science credential and completed her Master’s in Administration at Grand Canyon University.

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Jose Aguilar

Manager, Energy Benchmarking, Data, and Utilities

Mr. Aguilar is Ecom-Energy's Manager of Energy Benchmarking, Data, & Utilities. Jose has extensive professional and academic experience analyzing large datasets. He was recognized as the best first-year graduate student in the Applied Mathematics Graduate Program at CSU Fullerton. Along with his analytical background he brings experience in programming and data modeling.

Mr. Aguilar completed his undergraduate education at University of California Santa Barbara and received a Bachelors in Mathematics. He went on to complete his graduate education at California State University Fullerton and received a Masters in Computational Applied Mathematics.

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Aric Burks, MSUS

Manager, Renewables & Generation

Certifications: SUESUCERT

Mr. Burks is Ecom-Energy's Manager, Renewables & Generation. Aric comes to Ecom-Energy with a diverse background in multi-state alternative vehicle funding & incentive tracking, alternative fuels grant writing, supporting non-profit sustainability climate action, as well as city planning and project evaluation. Aric also has worked to streamline Environmental Health & Safety Compliance Practices across multiple hospitals.

Aric completed both his Master's of Science in Sustainability Solutions and his Bachelor of Science in Sustainable Energy, Materials, and Technology at Arizona State University. Aric is also an alumnus of the INROADS Organization.

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Carlos Lopez II

Managing Principal

Certifications: REP, CEP, BEP, CSDP

Mr. Lopez II is Ecom-Energy’s Managing Principal. Carlos carries almost 15 years of energy management experience and is a member of ASHE & CSHE (California Society of Healthcare Engineers), IFMA (International Facility Management Association) and AEE (Association of Energy Engineers) where he earned his CEP (Certified Energy Procurement Professional), REP (Renewable Energy Professional), BEP (Business Energy Professional), and CSDP (Certified Sustainability Development Professional) designations.

Mr. Lopez II joins Ecom-Energy after completing a Bachelor’s in Business Administration and a Minor in Biblical Studies from Barclay College in Kansas, where he also played soccer.

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Possible SoCalGas Curtailments

SoCalGas has released their Aliso Canyon Winter Technical Report.

It reveals the utility is incapable of meeting a critical demand event of 4.965 BCF/d without max withdrawals from all four of its storage facilities. The greatest demand SoCalGas can handle without Aliso Canyon is 3.8 BCF/d; anything in excess will require curtailing Residential, Commercial, or Industrial demand. In the event of a gas curtailment, electricity generation would already have been curtailed as much as possible through CAISO coordination.

TAKEAWAY

Curtailments may not but likely, but it's important to remain cautious. While weather will be the primary driver, gas price increases will be the end result.

Yasmeen Qursha

Manager, Energy & Sustainability

Ms. Qursha is Ecom-Energy’s Manager of Energy & Sustainability. Yasmeen brings experience as the previous Unit Director for the Center for the Environment at UC Davis, focused on transforming the campus to a zero-waste campus. Relatedly, Yasmeen also served as Commissioner for the Environmental Policy and Planning Commission and worked on green policies to contribute to system sustainability. Yasmeen is a member of ASHE & CSHE, and AEE and also brings several years of experience in the non-profit sector managing projects serving marginalized communities.

Yasmeen completed her Bachelor of Science in Environmental Policy Analysis and Planning with a focus in Energy and Transportation Planning from the University of California, Davis.

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Jin Choi

Intern

Jin is joining Ecom-Energy, Inc. as an intern assisting in Energy & Sustainability services. Jin is currently completing her Master of Science in Environmental Studies from California State University, Fullerton in Spring 2024. She recently received her Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Science from the University of California, Irvine.

Jin comes with previous experience in supply chain project management in the retail sector, with a focus on product quality control. Jin also worked as a Production Coordinator at Orange Circle Studio and served as a Group Leader at Compass Ministry.

Carlos Lopez, Sr.

Founding Principal

Mr. Lopez is Ecom-Energy’s Principal. Prior to joining the Ecom-Energy Team, Carlos Sr. was responsible for developing and implementing integrated energy solutions for commercial, institutional and industrial clients at NORESCO, an Equitable Resources Company. His responsibilities included orchestrating energy efficiency programs, including demand-side management, performance contracting, information services and financial options.

Previously, Mr. Lopez was Manager – San Diego Region for AES New Energy. In this position, Mr. Lopez was responsible for working with clients to develop and implement energy initiatives associated with the deregulation of the electricity marketplace – including competitive direct access, distributed generation and information technology.

Mr. Lopez has worked extensively with healthcare providers and is a member of the California Society of Healthcare Engineering (CSHE), where he has given numerous presentations and seminars on the deregulation of the electricity market in California.

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Matthew Dietz

EnerVisor Software Manager

Mr. Dietz is the EnerVisor Software Manager for Ecom-Energy. Matthew comes to Ecom-Energy with over 11 years of experience in software and code development and implementation. He is a Microsoft Certified Specialist and worked as a certified teacher for Excel and data management. Prior to joining Ecom-Energy, Mr. Dietz served as the Principal System Administrator focusing on Network Engineering, and a Program Analyst within the Tustin Unified School District.

Matt received a PhD in Astrophysics from Chapman University after attending Hope International University and earning a Bachelor of Science in Biblical Studies.

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Wesley Haugen

Manager, Projects & Procurement

Mr. Haugen is Ecom-Energy’s Senior Project Manager. Wesley comes to Ecom-Energy with over 15 years of experience in Finance & Commercial Real Estate. During his tenure, Wesley held assorted positions responsible for asset management protection, appraisal management, financial market review, policy creation, credit worthiness assistance and was a California State Licensed Real Estate Agent, Real Estate Appraiser and member of the Appraisal Institute.

Mr. Haugen attended California State University, Fullerton earning a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration with an emphasis on Finance.

Dilip R. Limaye

Founder

Mr. Limaye is Ecom-Energy’s founder. Mr. Limaye was formerly President of SRC International (SRCI), a worldwide research and consulting firm specializing in efficient management and utilization of electricity, gas and other natural resources. Mr. Limaye directed a number of pioneering projects related to energy efficiency, demand-side management (DSM), on-site generation and cogeneration, and energy service companies (ESCOs).

Mr. Limaye was also the Founder and President of the International Energy Services Company (INTESCO), the first multinational ESCO. He guided INTESCO’s activities in Asia, Eastern Europe and Australia. He has provided consulting services and technical assistance related to business strategies, financial plans, start-up and operation to 12 utility affiliated ESCOs in the U.S., Canada, and Sweden.

Tiffini Dietz

Energy Analyst

Ms. Dietz is Ecom-Energy’s Energy Analyst. Tiffini comes to Ecom-Energy with several years’ experience in the health care industry along with an expansive IT background specializing in programing and data management.

Ms. Dietz attended Ohio Christian University graduating highest honors with a Bachelor of Arts in Christian Ministry and Leadership. She also attended Southern New Hampshire University majoring in Creative Writing.

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