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Jennifer Scheib is an Associate Teaching Professor in the Department of Civil, Environmental and Architectural Engineering at the University of Colorado Boulder. She holds a BS and MS in Architectural and Civil Engineering from the same institution. Her work focuses on daylighting, zero-energy building implementation, and occupant wellbeing evaluation in buildings. Scheib has a joint appointment at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) and is a member of the Illuminating Engineering Society of North America.
Education:
- BS in Architectural Engineering, University of Colorado Boulder (2004)
- MS in Civil (Building Systems) Engineering, University of Colorado Boulder (2004)
Research Interests:
Her technical expertise spans daylighting systems, electric lighting control modeling, and strategies for achieving zero-energy buildings. She also investigates how building designs impact occupant health and productivity. Scheib’s applied research emphasizes practical solutions for energy efficiency, bridging gaps between theoretical models and real-world implementation in commercial and institutional settings.
Publications and Impact:
Her recent work highlights advancements in building energy modeling, procurement strategies for sustainable construction, and occupant-centric design. Key themes include microgrid energy systems, daylighting analysis, and policy frameworks for high-performance buildings.
Awards:
- 2021 Solar Decathlon Build Challenge (First Place, Faculty Lead)
- 2020 Teaching Award from Civil, Environmental & Architectural Engineering Department
- 2015 NREL Outstanding New Partnership Award
Collaborations and Roles:
Serves as faculty lead on interdisciplinary projects, integrating academic research with NREL’s industry partnerships. Active in developing procurement guidelines that align construction budgets with high-performance goals. Advises on federal energy roadmap initiatives like NASA’s Net Zero Buildings program.
Labs/Teams:
Collaborates with NREL’s Commercial Buildings Group and leads university-industry partnerships focused on smart building technologies.
