As energy companies work to meet rising demand they must frequently overcome opposition, based on concerns both real and imagined.  Companies in the wind power, nuclear, electrical transmission and other energy fields have turned to John to lead their facility siting efforts.  He creates success for his clients by drawing together business, political, and community support for projects that will help address local and national energy needs.

John is also a recognized expert on energy policy issues who has testified before Congress and state legislatures, has written for Scientific American and other periodicals, and has been interviewed by numerous local, national and international publications.

John offers a rare combination of technical and business education and public affairs expertise.  He holds a degree in engineering and an MBA and has worked in the Administration, on Capitol Hill, and in support of state government.  John served as Deputy Manager of the U.S. Department of Energy’s Idaho Operations office from 2003 to 2006 and was named by the Ridenbaugh Press as one of the 100 most influential Idahoans in 2003.  He also served in the Office of Senator Jeff Bingaman (D-NM), the current chairman of the influential Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee.  John lives in Idaho Falls with his wife and three children.

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