Biography: Bruce Plenk has been interested in solar energy since the 1980's and now has a full time job in the solar field as Tucson's Solar Energy Coordinator. He has worked primarily as a public interest attorney and teacher while living and working in Utah, Kansas and Arizona. He has represented many low-income clients as a Legal Services/Legal Aid lawyer, as well as representing environmental groups and others while in private practice. He is a licensed attorney in Arizona, Utah and Kansas. While living in Kansas he pioneered a solar homes tour and an annual energy conservation fair. He is also a graduate of the Solar Energy International solar installer training and has worked for two solar companies in Tucson. He served on the Tucson-Pima County Metropolitan Energy Commission for three years and helped develop the Greater Tucson Strategic Energy Plan. He has been a frequent speaker on solar issues in the Tucson area and lives in a home with PV and solar hot water.
Technological Interns (For general inquiries)
The City of Tucson employs student interns from the University of Arizona to help with energy and solar related day to day tasks. Interns report directly to Energy Manager Doug Crockett. Current interns are listed below with contact information:
Energy Intern
Corrie Nesbitt
Email Address: Corrie.Nesbitt@tucsonaz.gov
Phone: (520)-791-5111 ext 327
Fax: (520) 791-3190
Biography: Corrie Nesbitt has been an intern with the City of Tucson since December 2007. Before his tenure with the City of Tucson, Corrie was a student at Pueblo Magnet High School. Corrie played with a number of local musical ensembles while participating in numerous festivals/competitions. Corrie Nesbitt is a junior at the University of Arizona majoring in mechanical engineering and minoring in mathematics. Corrie has used his leadership experience from previous employers to help him help the City of Tucson with energy conservation scenarios and solar energy templates.
Energy Intern
Patrick Kain
Email Address: Patrick.Kain@tucsonaz.gov
Phone: (520)-791-5111 ext 327
Fax: (520) 791-3190
Biography: Patrick Kain joined the Energy Team in the beginning of the 2009 summer. As a student majoring in Optical Sciences & Engineering with a minor in Mathematics at the University of Arizona, Patrick enjoys learning about and exploring many optical topics such as imaging, fiber optic communications, photovoltaic theory, and the 3D design of optical systems. Previous to his employment for the City of Tucson, Patrick worked for a private electrical connector company, coordinating and performing statistical analysis on various mechanical studies. In his free time, Patrick enjoys digital photography, spending time outdoors, and playing and watching sports.
General Intern Account
Email Address: FDMInternTPR@tucsonaz.gov
Phone: (520)-791-5111 ext 327
Fax: (520) 791-3190
Previous Interns
Below is a list of interns that have previously worked for the City of Tucson
Energy InternJames Williams
Biography: James Williams joined the City of Tucson's Energy Office as an technological intern in November 2007. He is a senior at the University of Arizona majoring in engineering management and minoring in industrial engineering. During his tenure with the Energy Office, James has provided research and analysis for multiple energy conservation and solar related projects as well as hands on installation of energy saving devices. Before joining the Energy Office, James was a member of the United States Air Force where he maintained aircraft electrical and environmental systems. He received multiple service medals and received a honorable discharge after four years of service.
Energy Manager
Solar Energy Coordinator