Welcome to the Sustainable Energy and Environments (SEE) Laboratory at the University of Vermont! The SEE Lab works at the intersection of built and natural environments to design and deploy innovative energy system technologies that are sustainable, resilient, and equitable. To do this, we adopt computational modeling and simulation and system-level design methods to address complex energy system challenges for society. Our expertise lies in thermo-fluid energy systems for building HVAC systems and controls (how can we realize better integrated systems and co-design practices?), as well as ecosystem biomimicry (how can anthropogenic energy systems mimic sustainable ecosystems?) and life cycle assessment (how can we better calculate environmental impacts of emerging energy systems?).

We frequently work with community partners to improve their system design and operation. Some past applications of our research include: campus district heating and cooling systems; urban gardens of rapidly developing cities; and culturally-centric housing with Native American communities.