David Schieren
CEO of EmPower

Class Of: 2006

Campus: Old Westbury
Major: Master of Science

From NYIT Magazine, Fall 2008:

Working Toward a Better Tomorrow
“I am convinced that shifting to a renewable energy economy will be one of the most important developments in human history. Ending oil dependency and cleaning the air will lead to an unprecedented era of peace and prosperity. But this is not an easy path. Empower’s team wakes up every day with this mission in mind.”

Green Market
Before dedicating his life to a cleaner, greener world, David worked for Merrill Lynch in New York selling Japanese stocks.

Favorite NYIT Memory
“Without question, participating in the 2005 and 2007 Solar Decathlons.” David served as a key team member in 2005 and as an advisor in 2007. Each NYIT team designed and built two fully functional solar-powered homes to compete against schools around the world at the U.S. Department of Energy competition held in Washington, D.C.

Favorite Flick
The Godfather

Last Book Read
Atlas Shrugged by Ayn Rand

Best Way to Relax
“Playing golf with my father or enjoying wine with my girlfriend, Cristina, who also worked on the Solar Decathlon as a competitor.”

Definition of Success
“Achieving your potential.”