Jesse Jenkins
Regular biography
Jesse Jenkins is an associate professor of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering and the Andlinger Center for Energy and the Environment at Princeton University. His research focuses on propulsion and energy sciences, with an emphasis on optimizing low-carbon energy technologies. Jenkins leads the Princeton ZERO Lab, which applies optimization-based energy systems models to evaluate and guide investment in innovative energy technologies. His work also aims to improve energy and climate policy and planning decisions. Jenkins' profile page provides additional details about his research, education, and professional activities.
Scholar-generated biography
Jesse D. Jenkins is an associate professor in the Department of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering at Princeton University, specializing in macro-energy systems, energy policy, and power systems optimization. His research focuses on decarbonizing electricity sectors through advanced modeling and policy analysis, with an emphasis on renewable integration, energy storage, and low-carbon technologies. Jenkins explores the economic and environmental impacts of energy policies, such as carbon pricing and the Inflation Reduction Act, while addressing challenges in grid modernization and system flexibility. His work bridges technical and policy dimensions to support sustainable energy transitions.