Daisy Huang

Daisy Huang serves as Associate Professor of Energy at the University of Alaska Fairbanks, where she has established herself as a leading expert in renewable energy applications for Arctic environments. After earning her BS in Mechanical Engineering from UC Berkeley, MS from Santa Clara University, and PhD in Mechanical Engineering from UAF in 2013, she combines academic expertise with seven years of industry experience designing mechanical components in Silicon Valley's semiconductor and power control industries. Her research spans multiple areas including biomass energy, microgrids, power systems integration, and the food-energy-water security nexus. Living in a dry cabin in Fairbanks has given her unique insights into extreme heating requirements and high energy costs, driving her work on increasing energy efficiency and developing local renewable energy sources. Beyond her primary research, she contributes to energy education and workforce development while maintaining active projects in solar, wind, and thermal management systems. When not advancing Arctic energy solutions, she enjoys outdoor activities including skiing, hiking, and backpacking, as well as spending time with her retired sled dogs.