Alex M. Botts

Ms. Alex Botts is a Technical Account Manager (TAM) at the U.S. Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL), where she plays a vital role in the Better Plants Program. She supports industry partners through data analysis, software assistance, and technical expertise, serving as a support engineer for the DOE’s MEASUR software suite and acting as the team’s compressed air expert. Additionally, she co-leads ORNL’s participation in the ITAC Implementation Grant program, leveraging her extensive experience in energy efficiency.

Through her work in the Better Plants program, Ms. Botts has guided partners to significant energy savings across a diverse range of facilities. As the lead compressed air expert, she develops and delivers training programs and has contributed to the redevelopment of the AirMaster+ software, which has seen widespread use. Her research output includes several journal papers, technical reports, and presentations for industry conferences and training sessions.

Ms. Botts is dedicated to fostering strong relationships with her partners and actively participates in professional societies to expand her network. Recognized for her collaboration and leadership, she has received several awards for her contributions to energy efficiency and sustainability in manufacturing. Her commitment to continuous improvement and innovation drive her to continue her efforts within her programs and the advancement of ORNL.