Matt Chester provides subject matter expertise on the U.S. energy and utility industry, including technologies to watch, market forces at play, and upcoming state and federal level policy that will guide the evolution of this space. He is the owner of Chester Energy and Policy LLC, where he provides data analysis, market research, and expert written content on all aspects of the energy sector. He has over 10 years of experience consulting in the world of energy, including at major consulting firms working with the U.S. Department of Energy, assisting utility industry executives, and providing energy and climate insights for businesses seeking to meet internal and external sustainability goals. Matt holds a Bachelor of Science degree with high honors in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Virginia, where he also specialized in Civil Engineering and Science & Technology Policy.