Program Manager - Research & Innovation
CLEAResult
Condon, Oregon
Eli Caudill is a recognized technical leader in residential energy efficiency, HVAC system performance, and program design, with more than 20 years of experience supporting utilities and government agencies across the Pacific Northwest and nationwide. He specializes in heat pumps, gas furnace performance, QA/inspection standards, contractor training, and field‑validated research that improves installation quality and customer outcomes.
Eli leads Research & Innovation for the Energy Trust of Oregon’s residential sector, where he develops and manages pilots focused on HVAC performance, duct sealing, weatherization diagnostics, heat pump commissioning, virtual QA, and advanced analytics using AMI and runtime data. His work integrates field research, technical standards development, and contractor engagement to create scalable, high‑impact program improvements.
It's a World of Heat Pumps and New Refrigerants
Thursday, April 16, 2026
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM