Princeton Energy Team

The partners and associates of Princeton Energy have worked in a diverse range of properties and facility types, including commercial, institutional and industrial buildings and campuses. The Princeton team has experience with a wide array of tools including innovative energy efficiency technologies, solar electric generation, cogeneration and advanced building monitoring and control systems. We pride ourselves in being innovative leaders leveraging deep practical experience to deliver tailored integrated solutions.

Princeton has worked in hundreds of buildings and facilities encompassing millions of square feet. Princeton has assessed, designed or installed solar electric systems on buildings and sites with combined capacity in excess of 20 MW. Members of the PES team have experience developing, building or operating cogeneration systems in more than 100 sites and buildings. These systems have ranged in size from 55 kW to 25 MW.

Princeton Energy employs engineers, energy managers, LEED accredited professionals and economists.

Senior Management

David J. Smith: Dave has over 20 years experience in the energy industry dating back to his position as Director of Planning and Development for Princeton Energy Partners, the predecessor firm of Princeton Energy Systems. In 1999, Dave founded Princeton Energy Systems to provide a "systems approach" that integrates and optimizes energy efficiency, renewable energy and distributed energy resources in the built environment.

Dave oversees all business activities of the company. He also is responsible for new technology assessment, solar renewable energy projects, strategic planning, and customer and alliance partner relations. Dave received his undergraduate degree in Economics from Harvard University and earned a Master of Science in Energy Management and Policy from the University of Pennsylvania.

Gary M. Fechter: Gary managers Princeton's team of energy professionals and oversees all company operations. He brings more than 25 years of experience in energy, engineering, and project management, including 15 years experience at Trigen Energy Corporation, a leading firm focused on developing, constructing and operating cogeneration and district energy systems. Gary directed a wide range of engineering, business, technical and project management resources to develop projects and create joint venture opportunities. Additionally, he created and managed Trigen Development Corp., the energy services division within Trigen. Before joining Princeton and Trigen, Gary held various positions within the US Army Corps of Engineers to include Associate Professor of Physics at the United States Military Academy at West PointGary has a Bachelor of Science in Applied Science and Engineering from the United States Military Academy at West Point and a Master of Science in Nuclear Engineering from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.