Dane Labonte is a Senior Energy Lead at Stantec with over 15 years of experience in the energy sector. He leads client engagement for microgrid and distributed energy projects, coordinating technical teams while developing actionable business cases that align with utility rates, programs, and regulatory frameworks. He holds a PhD in sustainable energy transitions, with research focused on policy, institutional change, and public acceptance of emerging technologies. Dane helps clients navigate the intersection of technology, policy, and economics to deliver successful energy projects.