Amy Dryden, MLA/MCP

Current Position

Director of Strategic Innovation at Association for Energy Affordability, Inc.

Expertise

  • Green Building and Sustainable Housing

  • Decarbonization Strategies

  • Indoor Air Quality and Health

  • Energy Efficiency Programs

  • Policy and Technical Innovation

Professional Experience

Amy Dryden has over 20 years of experience in residential green building, construction, and consulting. She currently leads research and pilot projects focused on decarbonization, indoor air quality, and health at the Association for Energy Affordability, Inc.

Throughout her career, Dryden has developed and launched green building standards and statewide programs. She has acted as principal investigator in research projects advancing the industry to document and test strategies for delivering sustainable and healthy housing. Her work involves collaborating with diverse stakeholders to provide healthy affordable housing in a decarbonized future.

Education

  • MLA/MCP in Environmental Planning, University of California, Berkeley

  • BA in Anthropology with minors in Photography, African Studies, and Linguistics, Boston University

Contributions to Building Electrification

Dryden has made significant contributions to building electrification through her focus on decarbonization strategies in the housing sector. Her work on research and pilot projects has been instrumental in advancing practical solutions for sustainable and healthy housing, with a particular emphasis on affordable housing.

Clubhouse Participation

Dryden was a featured panelist in the "Oakland's Groundbreaking EcoBlock Project Update" discussion, where she shared valuable insights on innovative approaches to neighborhood-scale electrification and sustainability, drawing from her extensive experience in green building and energy efficiency programs.

Connect with Amy

Amy Dryden generously contributed her expertise to the Building Electrification Clubhouse, hosted by BIG Oakland, demonstrating a commitment to advancing sustainable urban development and knowledge sharing in our community. Her work in developing green building standards and leading decarbonization projects exemplifies the innovative approaches driving the future of building electrification. As a unique personal note, Amy drives an all-electric 1946 Ford pick-up, showcasing her dedication to electrification beyond her professional endeavors.