Tim Mason

Principal at Mason Energy, LLC

Berkeley, California, United States

About

Tim is a seasoned energy industry professional with expertise in renewable and advanced energy planning, development and grid integration, transmission system planning, and portfolio planning for energy providers. His experience spans from conducting feasibility analyses for small facilities to leading multi-stakeholder processes to develop strategic plans for renewable energy and transmission grid development. He has supported clients in regulatory proceedings and has spoken widely on renewable generation and transmission development issues.

Experience

  • Principal at Mason Energy, LLC
    Jan 2014 - Present · 12 yrs 6 mos

    Support developers, utilities and public entities to develop renewable energy generation, and integrate facilities into the power grid. Conduct assessments of competitive energy markets, optimize facility economics, and support siting and grid interconnections.

  • Principal Energy Consultant - Affiliate at GridSME - Grid Subject Matter Experts
    Jun 2014 - Present · 12 yrs 1 mo

    Assist clients in transmission assessments, renewable development and grid integration. Led the development of a new methodology for dynamic transmission line ratings for the Western U.S. Grid.

  • Policy Director at LARGE-SCALE SOLAR ASSOCIATION
    Jun 2017 - Jun 2019 · 2 yrs 1 mo

    Advocate for grid-scale solar industry in public policy forums. Participate in regulatory proceedings, legislative initiatives, and state and regional transmission groups to promote the deployment of clean energy technologies.

  • Advisor at EcoVolt Solar Finance, LLC
    Jul 2014 - Dec 2017 · 3 yrs 6 mos

  • Senior Consultant, Renewable Energy at Black & Veatch
    Oct 2007 - Dec 2013 · 6 yrs 3 mos

    Design and implement strategic initiatives for clients. Leading teams of engineering, economic and policy experts, develop analyses to address client challenges, including resource development, procurement and market participation. Managed all or portions of large stakeholder initiatives including the Renewable Energy Transmission Initiative (RETI) for the CPUC, the Western Renewable Energy Initiative (WREZ) for Western Governors Association and the Utah Renewable Energy Zone (UREZ).