Sean Malone is the Virtual Power Plant Technical Analyst at Solar United Neighbors (SUN). In his role, he supports SUN's regulatory and legislative campaigns to advance equitable VPPs around the United States through analytical and technical work. That work includes creating reports, studies, and educational materials surrounding current or proposed VPP programs. In Puerto Rico, he has driven the development of educational materials on behalf of SUN on the CBES program, given webinars on the program, and advocates for the health and success of the program in line with SUN's model VPP policies. He previously worked in data analytics and engineering at a range of organizations with the most recent one being Engie North America, as well as for local solar companies. Sean was born in Italy, though grew up mostly in the United States. He lives in Cocoa Beach, Florida where he runs Brevard Chess club, enjoys the beach and surfing, and plays soccer in his free time.