About LEI

Applying two decades of efficiency leadership to the energy challenges of today

This is a unique time in history, offering both the greatest promise and the most difficult challenges to building new markets based on intelligent use of energy.

To help overcome today’s challenges and achieve the promise, Jonathan Livingston, a leading authority on demand-side management (DSM) and energy efficiency, founded Livingston Energy Innovations (LEI) in 2008.

LEI provides expert services to technology companies, utilities and other entities exploring this opportunity-filled space. Jonathan and his team bring decades of experience in incubating and driving high-impact DSM programs, as well as a comprehensive understanding of the energy end-use marketplace, and far-reaching personal networks.

LEI Team Biographies

Jonathan Livingston

President

With 25 years of success in design and delivery of innovative, high-impact demand-side management (DSM) programs, Jonathan Livingston has achieved broad recognition as a thought leader and change agent. Jonathan has guided development and implementation of numerous record-breaking energy efficiency initiatives, including his leadership of PG&E’s acclaimed Energy Efficient Emerging Technologies Program from 2003-2007. [Read more]

Jane Kruse

Project Manager

Jane Kruse joined the LEI team in 2009, bringing her experience in business, marketing, and energy efficiency to provide and support client services to new technology ventures, utilities and investors. Her work at LEI ranges from identifying viable business models to guiding utilities eager to increase the breadth and success of their demand-side management programs. [Read more]