Barry M Jacobson, Ph.D., P.E. - Solar Energy and Water Modeling Specialist

Agricultural Engineering

Education:

Ph.D., Biological and Agricultural Engineering, North Carolina State University
M.E., Agricultural Engineering, University of Florida
B.S.E., Agricultural Engineering with Honors, University of Florida

Registration:

State of Florida Professional Engineer License
State of Florida Certified Solar Contractor License
North American Board of Certified Energy Practioners – PV Installer Certified

Brief:

Dr. Jacobson is a Professional Engineer and NABCEP certified Solar Contractor with over 30 years of experience. He has in depth knowledge of engineering, construction, electrical, and plumbing practices. Dr. Jacobson specializes in the design, construction oversight, and ongoing support of solar photovoltaic, solar hot water, and data logging systems. For these projects, Dr. Jacobson over performs financial analysis, models the solar systems, designs the software interface, and monitors the system’s performance. Dr. Jacobson also has extensive experience developing and modifying watershed models to aid private and public agencies in decisions concerning water supply management and water quality.