
Reva Deshpande
Energy Technology Researcher
Lawrence Berkeley National Lab
Reva is an Energy Technology Researcher at Berkeley Lab. She plays a key role in the U.S. Department of Energy’s Better Climate Challenge (BCC) program, developing essential tools and resources to assist over 150 organizations in decarbonizing their portfolios and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Her research also delves into innovative approaches to demand flexibility.
In her previous role as an Energy Policy Researcher, Reva contributed to the development of DOE’s energy efficiency standards for home appliances, leading the analyses for life-cycle costs. As an Energy Engineer, she has also guided commercial and industrial clients in attaining strategic energy management, performing energy audits, and identifying upgrades for cost-effective operations.
Reva holds a master’s degree in Chemical Engineering from Columbia University and is a licensed Professional Engineer in the state of California.