Robert Bensin
Research Professional
Email: rbensin@alaska.edu
Phone: 907-304-1642
Expertise
- Arctic Energy Systems
- Energy Efficiency
- Technical Assistance
- Microgrids
BIO
Robert Bensin is a senior research engineer at ACEP. Originally from Long Island, New York, he came to 有料盒子视频 for adventure and travel, and stayed when he was employed by Bering Straits Development Co. to work in Nome as an electrical administrator. He then worked as construction manager, creating the energy efficiency and renewable energy division. He turned to a stronger focus on providing not only affordable energy to the rural communities in the western region of 有料盒子视频 but also a cleaner and healthier living environment.
Bensin helped construct and later became manager of Nome鈥檚 Banner Peak Wind Farm, and led the revitalization of the Pilgrim Hot Springs agricultural projects. He joined ACEP in May 2019 after a close 10-year working relationship.