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Brian T. Turner

Brian T. Turner

Experienced policy director in renewable energy and environmental advocacy

Berkeley, California, United States
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Joined April 2026
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Summary

Brian T. Turner is a highly experienced policy director with a significant background in energy and environmental policy, particularly within California's state agencies and in advocating for advanced energy solutions. His career demonstrates a consistent focus on renewable energy, climate change, and related policy development and implementation. theorg+2
His academic foundation includes dual Master's degrees from the University of California, Berkeley (Public Policy and Energy and Resources), and his early career involved significant research on biofuels and green energy markets, evidenced by co-authored scientific publications and reports. theorg+4
Brian T. Turner has held various influential roles within California's state government, including positions at the California Natural Resources Agency, Public Utilities Commission, Air Resources Board, and the Governor's Office, contributing to policy and external relations at high levels. theorg+1

Work

Education

Writing

Climate Change Challenges

January 1, 2010

A report addressing challenges related to climate change, with Brian T. Turner listed among the contributors/cited individuals.

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California's Bioenergy: Potential and Policy

August 21, 2008

A presentation on the potential and policy surrounding bioenergy in California, delivered at an event by the Environmental and Energy Study Institute (EESI).

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Creating Markets for Green Biofuels: Measuring and Improving Environmental Performance

April 17, 2007

A research report proposing a biofuels rating system, similar to Michelin stars, to reflect the environmental impacts of biofuels. The system would help consumers make informed decisions and stimulate competition among fuel producers for greener fuels. The report covered various options for a Green Biofuels Index, from voluntary to mandatory labeling.

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Ethanol Can Contribute to Energy and Environmental Goals

January 1, 2006

Evaluated six representative analyses of fuel ethanol, concluding that current corn ethanol technologies are less petroleum-intensive than gasoline but have similar greenhouse gas emissions. The study emphasized the need for new metrics and further research into environmental effects, highlighting that large-scale ethanol use would likely require cellulosic technology.

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Hobbies

Took a one-year sabbatical in France where he learned French to an upper intermediate level. theorg