Kaitlyn Bunker, Ph.D., P.E.

About

I'm a Principal at Rocky Mountain Institute, where I lead the Climate Finance Access Network (CFAN), working to increase climate finance access in small island states in the Pacific and Caribbean. Previously, I directed RMI's Islands Energy Program, helping Caribbean island nations transition from diesel to clean, distributed renewable energy.

I hold a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from Michigan Technological University, where my research focused on microgrids and optimizing control strategies for distributed renewable resources. I'm a licensed Professional Engineer in Colorado and a recipient of the National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship.

I serve on the Board of Directors for the Society of Women Engineers, where I've been a member for nearly 20 years. I'm passionate about advancing women in engineering and mentoring the next generation of technical leaders.

Contact

I'm always interested in conversations about clean energy, climate finance, and engineering leadership.