Bio

Brady is the founding Director of Electrification for Health, a interdisciplinary research and solutions- oriented program focused on improving health outcomes through the adoption of clean electric systems that reduce indoor and outdoor air pollution. In this role, she provides strategic leadership for the program and oversees work across research, policy engagement, and external partnerships.

Prior to joining Stanford, Brady spent nearly six years at the Rocky Mountain Institute (RMI), where she led a team advancing evidence on the health and air quality benefits of highly efficient electric buildings. Earlier in her career, she worked internationally on household energy access in the nonprofit and private-sectors, with experience in 15 countries, including as a co-founder of a startup. Her work has been cited or featured in more than 100 media outlets, including The New York Times, The Washington Post, NPR, CBS, and The Samantha Bee Show.

Brady holds an MBA from the University of South Dakota and a BA in Globalization Studies, with minors in Spanish and Peace & Justice Studies, from Gettysburg College.

Current Role at Stanford

Director, Electrification for Health
Center for Human and Planetary Health
Woods Institute for the Environment
Doerr School of Sustainability

Contact

  • Work
    baseals@stanford.edu
    University - Staff Department: Human and Planetary Health Position: Director, Electrification for Health

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