Wendy Miller

Roles and Affiliations: Adjunct Associate Professor at Queensland University of Technology (QUT) in the School of Earth & Atmospheric Sciences, Faculty of Science. Specializes in socio-technical research in energy efficiency, renewable energy, and resilient cooling in the built environment. Engaged with international initiatives like the IEA's Annex 80 on Resilient Cooling.

Education: PhD (Queensland University of Technology), Master of Music Studies (University of Queensland).

Research Interests: Focuses on energy policy, sustainable housing, resilient cooling systems, and stakeholder management. Explores interdisciplinary topics including building simulation, human-computer interaction, and urban planning links with energy networks. Recent work includes studies on damp housing impacts and prosumer dynamics in energy markets.

Professional Achievements: Australian representative on IEA Annex 80, Chair of Sustainable Built Environment 2016 conference, and invited expert panel member for national energy initiatives. Recognized for impactful research, such as a 2018 paper that influenced energy policy debates and industry practices.

Teaching: Teaches courses in construction management, energy systems fundamentals, and risk management in energy sectors. Integrates real-world industry projects into student learning, including internships and international collaborations.

Grants and Projects: Lead researcher on ARC-funded projects on sustainable housing and climate adaptation. Collaborates with industry partners on living labs for healthcare facilities, evaluating technologies like thermal coatings and chiller optimization.

Labs and Teams: Part of multidisciplinary teams addressing urban resilience, energy equity, and building performance. Coordinates initiatives like the Queensland Children's Hospital Living Laboratory to test innovative energy solutions.