Bryan Palmintier

Bryan Palmintier is the Group Manager of the Transmission & Distribution Interactions Group at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), with 25 years of experience in multi-domain energy systems integration. His work spans electric power systems, multi-energy systems (transportation, buildings, water), and aerospace, focusing on advanced tools for distributed energy integration. He emphasizes holistic modeling that incorporates technical, social, economic, and regulatory factors.

• Bachelor, Aerospace Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology
• Master, Aeronautics & Astronautics Engineering, Stanford University
• Master, Mechanical Engineering (Design Division), Stanford University
• PhD, Engineering Systems, Massachusetts Institute of Technology

His research drives grid modernization through synthetic electricity systems, co-simulation frameworks like HELICS, and equity-focused energy modeling. He leads teams in technical projects and outdoor expeditions, blending engineering rigor with interdisciplinary collaboration.

Notable trends in his publications include scalable co-simulation for multi-sector systems, distributed resource integration, and techno-economic pathways for 100% renewable grids. Tools like HELICS (2019 R&D 100 Award) highlight his technical contributions.

• NREL Distinguished Member of Research Staff (2021)
• NREL President’s Award (2016)
• NREL Tech Transfer Rising Star Award (2017)
• R&D 100 Award for HELICS (2019)

Palmintier's career bridges academia (Visiting Lecturer, University of Washington; Adjunct Faculty, Santa Clara University) and industry, with affiliations in IEEE Industrial Electronics Society and Power & Energy Society. His work underpins U.S. energy system modernization efforts.