About Energy Response Training
Meet Chris
Captain Chris Greene
(SFD Captain ret.)
Energy Response Team Supervisor
Chris Greene’s journey in this field began with the development of the world’s first and only Energy Response program, created in collaboration with Seattle City Light. Today, Seattle Fire’s Energy Response Team (ERT) boasts 44 highly trained firefighters, all graduates of our Energy Response Training program. This elite team is responsible for managing energy emergencies within the city of Seattle, setting the standard for energy hazard recognition training and deployment nationwide.
Chris Greene served as the original developer and creator of Seattle’s Energy Response Program from 2014 to 2023, demonstrating his unwavering commitment to enhancing the Fire Service’s readiness in the face of evolving energy challenges.
- Seattle Fire Department, retired June 2023
- Supervisor of SFD Energy Response Team
- Seattle Fire Officer of the Year – 2017
- FDIC Perennial presenter on Energy Emergencies for the Fire Service
- Fire Engineering, Author –
“The Lithium-Ion Revolution”
“Lithium-Ion Batteries – The 18650 cell”
“AC vs. DC Hazards – Know the difference”
“Electrical Arc Flash Hazards and your PPE”
“Our Nations Aging Electrical Infrastructure”
“Smoke from the Fire Alarm Control room…”
“A Collaborative approach to Electric Vault Fires” - FSRI / UL Technical Panel – Assembled 2023
Fire Safety of Batteries and Electric Vehicles - NFPA 502 WG
- NFPA 855 “Barge” sub committee
- National speaker – Energy and the Fire Service
- ISO 17840 – Worldwide safety standard for vehicles
Our Mission/Vision
Guide to our Every Action
Education
Ensuring the Fire Service receives top-tier training and information on Energy Hazards.
Connection
Promoting fruitful collaborations between the National Fire Service and National Energy Providers.
Response
Establishing predictable response patterns for the Fire Service in dealing with Energy Hazards.
Definition
Defining the scope of "Energy Hazards" comprehensively.