Our Team
Rock Energy Storage
Rock Energy Storage is the authorized distributor for Brenmiller Thermal Energy Storage Solutions. Headquartered in NYC, Rock Energy Storage can work with your domestic facility to evaluate the multiple benefits of Thermal Energy Storage (TES). These benefits include energy cost savings, carbon footprint reduction, review of available incentives and site integration requirements.
Our Mision
The mission of Rock Energy Storage is to provide new system sales, service and ongoing customer support to domestic clients who are looking to decarbonize their thermal systems and reduce the associated carbon footprint in a cost-effective manner. Our initial market focus will be:
- Promote the adoption of “Long Duration Energy Storage” (LDES) thermal systems across target markets and regions in the U.S. where decarbonization, sustainability and climate change are a priority.
- Focused outreach to target markets that already have carbon reduction-based goals and programs (ESG, carbon taxes, carbon offsets, electrification).
- Educate key government agencies & Trade Groups on benefits of LDES thermal technology, to help drive programs & incentives to accelerate wider adoption.
- Educate A/E community on benefits of thermal LDES, to showcase the Brenmiller thermal energy storage technology (bGenTM ZERO) as a valuable asset to support decarbonization projects.
Our Team
Cory Glick, President-CEO
Mr. Glick has over 20 years of experience selling and installing on-site energy projects. This includes spearheading the joint installation of Brenmiller Energy’s first TES site located at SUNY-Purchase NY. In addition to launching Rock Energy Storage, he is the co-founder and President of RSP Systems. RSP Systems is the exclusive Capstone Green Energy distributor for NY, CT, and OH. An advocate of distributed generation, heat recovery and thermal energy storage, Mr. Glick has worked with a wide range of clients including large C/I, manufacturing, healthcare, campuses and district loops, municipality and hospitality. A lifetime entrepreneur, Mr. Glick quickly realized the tremendous market potential for Thermal Energy Storage domestically.
- 2011 AEE “Energy Project of the Year” recipient.
- NJ “Smart Energy” Award recipient.
- Extensive experience on applying for and receiving both State & Utility incentives (e.g. – NYSERDA).
- Built RSP Systems into one of the largest distributors globally for Capstone.
Glick has 36 years of experience in electrical and mechanical construction and has successfully completed hundreds of on-site energy projects in his career. He is a graduate of SUNY-Farmingdale with a degree in Engineering Technology.
Bruce Beckwith, Executive Vice President-Engineering Services
Mr. Beckwith has over 50 years of energy & industry experience. As the EVP for Rock Energy Storage, he is responsible for leading the engineering and operations teams. This includes directing all facets of engineering including coordination with client’s engineers, Brenmiller engineering, Engineers of Record and in-house design engineers. Additionally, he oversees the Services Team including site technicians, Project Managers, hired trades and utility coordination. Short list of relevant experience includes:
- Co-authored the NY Dept. of Building code for on-site generation (Code 50-01).
- Completed utility interconnection applications for hundreds of on-site energy projects.
- Experienced with SCADA, CESIR analysis and utility code requirements.
- Instructor to Local 32BJ Site Services Union.
- Designed, developed and oversaw the installation of $150+MM in cogeneration projects.
Mr. Beckwith is a former licensed Master Electrician, and previously was the President/Owner of an electrical contacting firm. He is also a USCG licensed ship’s Captain.
Jim Koontz, Executive Vice President-Business Development
Mr. Koontz, has a wide range of experience with energy storage, power generation, CHP, back-up power and energy consulting. Mr. Koontz was with Duke Energy, serving as VP for a 52- MW power plant. He worked for Veolia Energy providing energy and commodity consulting services for both commercial and municipal clients. Early in his career, Mr. Koontz was a Naval Officer and Gulf War Veteran. Key career accomplishments include:
- Sold the first OPRA 1,8MW Gas Turbine in North America. OPRA is OEM from the Netherlands.
- Experienced selling to govt. agencies including State of CT, City of Boston, LA Wastewater Treatment.
- Prior energy commodities consultant with knowledge of wholesale and retail energy markets.
- VP for Duke Energy, for a 520MW power plant in Bridgeport CT.
Mr. Koontz received his MBA from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, and his B.S. Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Norwich University. Mr. Koontz is a board member of CHPA and former board member of the CT Power and Energy Society. An active member of the AEE, he is a Certified Measurement & Verification Professional (CMVP).