Jacob Stid

Postdoctoral Researcher at Michigan State University where he works to advance the sustainability of renewable energy landscapes. His research leverages remotely sensed imagery to create large geospatial datasets on solar and wind energy siting, design, and management, with the goal of promoting coexistence within agricultural and natural environments. His work has been published in several academic journals, including Nature Sustainability, and he regularly shares his science at national and international conferences. He also plays a key role in mentoring graduate and undergraduate students and writing grants that explore creative ways to enhance natural resources through renewable energy.

Outside of research, Jake enjoys spending time with family, culinary adventures with his wife, Karey, collecting rocks and minerals (yes, he has a geology background), homebrewing mead, astrophotography, and exploring new places with his dog, Honey Bee.