Aamir Zaman is a young professional with 3 years of experience in the domain of sustainable cooling, renewable energy, and energy conservation. He has worked on several research-based projects as well as practical implementation-based projects. Some of his major projects are the Prefeasibility test of Sustainable Cold Chain, a white paper on the Economic Analysis of Diesel Generator vs Battery Energy Storage System, an Electricity Tariff Visualisation of Tamil Nadu and an Energy Audit of process industries. Aamir pursued his Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering and worked with Thermax Ltd. and Auroville Consulting. Currently, he is working as a Project Associate in the Cold chain sector at AEEE and his main motive is to research and implement green technology for a better future.

Akansha Ujala Dean is working as a Research Associate under Building and Communities vertical in the Cold Chain Team. Currently she is working in the CLASP Project. Akansha is a Graduate in Bachelor of Science from University of Lucknow (2013-2016) and a Post-Graduate in Environment Management from Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU) 2017-2019 batch. As part of her post-graduation thesis, she has worked in Technology Information Forecasting and Assessment Council (TIFAC), Delhi, and Indian Institute of Petroleum (IIP), Dehradun on “Assessment of Biomass energy potential all over India.” She has worked as an Assistant Analyst, in Punjab Renewable Energy Systems Private Limited (PRESPL). She has also worked as a Business Development Associate and Counsellor in BYJU’s. Her career objective is to be distinctive asset that makes notable contributions in the field of environment conservation and management, which lead to better human welfare and living situations. In her spare time, she likes to play guitar and listen music.

Alok has done his Bachelors in Agriculture from Allahabad Agriculture Institute-Deemed University, Naini and MBA (Marketing) from Birla Institute of technology, Mesra Ranchi. He has 18 years of expertise in FPO business ecosystem development, Market linkages for agri input and output, Potato Contract Farming, Buying, Merchandising, Strategic Direct Farm Sourcing, Warehouse Operations Management. Previously he was associated with companies like ‘‘Metro Cash & Carry India’ Reliance Retail Ltd’ TechnoServe India’ FarmLink’ ‘Pick N Serve Foods Pvt Ltd’.

Anita is a strategic HR professional with over 17 years of experience. She has contributed across various spheres, from enhancing employer branding and fostering organisational culture to championing employee engagement. With a keen focus on talent management and cultivating effective retention strategies, Anita has consistently attracted and retained top-tier talent. Her dedication lies in empowering and engaging the workforce, fostering a culture that wholeheartedly embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion. She believes a happy and engaging workforce is the key to a successful organisation. Previously, Anita played a crucial role in leading people operations and talent acquisition for MSC MicroSave Consulting before joining AEEE. Her academic background includes a B Tech degree in electronics from NMU, Maharashtra, and a Master's in Human Resources from Loyola College, Chennai. With a rich professional journey across critical regions such as India, Indonesia, Bangladesh, Vietnam, Nepal, Kenya, and Senegal, Anita brings a global perspective to her strategic HR leadership.

Anmol has joined AEEE as a Research Associate and will be working with the Power Utility and Electric Mobility vertical. He has completed his M.Tech from the Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur and B.Arch from Maulana Azad National Institute of...

Anushka is a development sector professional holding a Master's degree in Gender Studies from Tata Institute of Social Sciences (Mumbai), complemented by a Bachelor’s degree in Philosophy from St. Stephen’s College, University of Delhi. Possessing a strong research and communications background, she has actively contributed to projects focussing on sustainable development goals (SDGs), gender-based violence (GBV), LGBTQIA+ rights, and the intersections of gender and mental health with reputed organisations like Girl Up, UN Foundation, Swasti Health Catalyst and more. Equipped with a passion for social action, digital engagement and climate justice, she is excited to leverage digital platforms to lead long-lasting, sustainable impact with AEEE. Anushka is passionately exploring how strategic collaborations and collective action can help us create an equal, inclusive and sustainable world.

Ashish Rao Ghorpade is a development sector practitioner with around 20 years of experience. By training Ashish is an Urban and Regional Planner with Architecture background. He has worked with over 150 cities across South Asia for low carbon development covering themes of Sustainable Built Environment, Transport, Services, Governance and Economy. Ashish has been involved in various national and international initiatives and programs that have focused on Cities and their improvement through developing partnerships, trainings, cross learning, case studies and demonstration projects. Over the course of his professional engagements, he has worked on projects and initiatives supported by the World Bank, Cities Alliance, WSP, Caritas International, GGGI, USDOS, NREL, Climate Works Foundation, SSEF, SDC, ADB, UKAid, IKI, and Various National government entities such as NITI Ayog, MOHUA, MOC and MOEF. Ashish is passionate about making impactful improvements in the urban built environment and Mobility spaces.

Balendu Bhushan Pandey has 12 years of dynamic experience in numerous projects of digitalization initiatives in Industry, as well as in the field of Energy Efficiency and Demand Side Management. Throughout his career, he has worked with the industrial sector and private and government consulting agencies. In the industrial sector, he worked with Vedanta Resources Limited vision, "To Make Most Digitalized Mines," to make the underground mining process more predictable, reliable and sustainable. In the past in the Energy Efficiency and management area, he has contributed in implementing energy efficiency project supported by BEE and EESL. He demonstrated projects in industrial sector provided consultancy assistance in various areas, including energy audits, demand aggregation, Measurement and Verification, energy management system, implementation of energy efficiency technologies, industrial decarbonization, and ESCOs business Super-efficient Fan program. He has published 03 research papers in International journals and conferences and is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Wireless communication system. He is holding MTech. & B.Tech. Degree.

Dr. Bhuvan Sharma completed his B. Tech in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from Uttar Pradesh Technical University (currently Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam Technical University) in 2009. Thereafter, he served industry as well as academic institutes till 2015. Dr. Bhuvan accomplished his M. Tech. and Ph.D. in Power Systems from Malaviya National Institute of Technology, Jaipur, in 2017 and 2023, respectively. His research interests include distribution system planning and operation, demand flexibility, demand side management, and techno-economic feasibility analysis of distributed energy resources

Dr. Brijesh Pandey has recently joined AEEE as a senior research associate, where his main focus of work would be energy efficiency in buildings. He has pursued his master’s and Ph.D. from IIT Bombay. Before joining AEEE, he was a post-doctoral fellow in the same institution where his work focused on applying ceiling fans to mitigate airborne pathogens. His work/research interests include model-based predictive control, AI for buildings, thermal storage in buildings, building energy simulation, thermal comfort, and Indoor Air Quality (IAQ). He was also awarded the prestigious BHAVAN fellowship supported by the Dept. of Science and Technology, Gov. of India, and Indo-US Science & Technology Forum (IUSSTF) to carry out his internship at Lawrence Berkeley National Lab (LBNL). Dr. Pandey is keenly interested in interdisciplinary pedagogy and research and believes in removing the silos of the subject barrier for holistic knowledge. He loves to spend his leisure time reading ancient history.

Dasharath is an accomplished professional with over fourteen years of experience in agri-food supply chains, banking, and consultancy has worked with organizations like EY, HDFC Bank, Go4fresh, Bayer CropScience, and Unifrutti over the years. His work includes flagship projects like the Central Sector Scheme of “Formation and Promotion of 10,000 Farmer Producer Organizations (FPO)”, Crop Cluster Development Programme (CCDP) Haryana, Himachal Pradesh Subtropical Horticulture, Irrigation & Value Addition (HPSHIVA) and MP Mandi Board Bhopal. He has expertise in supply chain transformation and optimization, cold chain management in F&V, supply chain finance, and market linkages. He has completed a postgraduation in Horticulture from Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI), New Delhi, and PGP in Supply Chain Management from MANAGE, Hyderabad.

Dharini Sridharan is an Architect by graduation, registered with the Council of Architecture and further pursued her Master of Technology in Building Energy Performance at CEPT University, Gujarat. She has worked with CEPT University as Academic Associate for M.Tech BEP and has a strong foundation in Building Physics. In addition to her experience as an Architect, she has hands-on experience in working on 25+ projects as a team lead pursuing green building rating systems like LEED, IGBC and GRIHA. She is a LEED Green Associate and IGBC AP. Her passion is to contribute to a healthy built environment for future generations and provide a quality living experience to people using the built environment as a tool. Her broader interests lie in making better buildings, and policy-level implementation of energy-efficiency at a large scale.

I have completed my M.Tech in Building Energy Performance from CEPT University and B.E in Civil Engineering from MIT Aurangabad. As part of my post-graduation thesis, I worked on “Achieving Net-Zero Energy in High Rise Office Buildings in India and its cost implications”. Prior to joining for masters, I worked in a multi-disciplinary setup, as a Site Engineer, and interior projects as a free-lancer to gain on-field experience. I also worked as a Business Head for the Marathwada region as a channel partner of BASF which deals in Construction Chemicals. I have participated and completed my LEED-Green Associate and IGBC-AP Certifications.

Hardeep is hard-core finance and management professional with a compliance acumen and brings in immense 21 + yrs. of experience. His diverse background includes Finance, CSR grant management, Legal & Statutory Compliance, Accounts & Taxation, Operational Management, investment planning, the conceptualization of policy framework & internal/ external controls, including audits/fraud & risk management. Hardeep also has the strategic experience, which includes vital aspects of human resource management. He holds a management degree of MBA-Finance with diverse exposure of working in both commercial and development sectors. He has held prominent leadership positions as lead finance & Compliance in his previous organizations. He has a collaborative leadership approach and possesses strong communication & people management skills. He is an able leader, a keen analyst, and an effective team player. Hardeep plays a vital role in formulating and implementing annual action plans, preparing annual budgets, with flexibility and willingness to work in other operation areas, strategic planning for improving the system with available resources, and contributing to the organization’s overall growth and development.

As an experienced professional with a robust skill set in energy efficiency and sustainability, Himanshu has a proven track record of implementing cutting-edge strategies to enhance energy utilisation and minimise environmental footprint. His proficiency lies in deploying innovative approaches to drive efficiency gains and effectively mitigate ecological impact. Holding a Master of Technology in Thermal Engineering from the Department of Mechanical Engineering at MNIT Jaipur, Himanshu has a solid academic foundation complemented by practical experience. As part of his professional journey, he has collaborated with prestigious organisations such as BEE and ISHRAE on the development of the Energy Conservation and Sustainable Building Code (ECSBC). Notably, he played a key role in developing Reference Building Models for different building typologies. Additionally, he contributed significantly to the revision of the ISHRAE standard for Indoor Environmental Quality. His commitment to sustainability is further exemplified by his involvement in a project with the Rajasthan Renewable Energy Corporation Limited (RRECL) to check the readiness of commercial and residential buildings of Jaipur city for implementation of ECBC-2017.  Himanshu finds joy in playing badminton and swimming.

Himanshu Sharma, a seasoned Senior Executive in Graphics and DTP Design, brings over a decade of experience to the table. He kick-started his journey with a Multimedia certification from Arena Multimedia in New Delhi following his graduation. At AEEE, Himanshu plays a pivotal role in shaping the company's identity and communication materials. His expertise extends to company branding, brochure design, report optimisation, and the creation of engaging digital media infographics. Prior to joining AEEE, Himanshu made significant contributions to establishing the design and branding at organisations such as the Centre for Digital Financial Inclusion (CDFI) and a range of clients through Express EKCS. Beyond his design pursuits, Himanshu finds joy in watching movies, keeping up with cricket matches, and exploring cutting-edge design tools during his leisure time.

Jayanta Chaudhuri is a sales and marketing professional with over twenty five years' experience in business development, key account management, and alliances. At AEEE, he heads the marketing, membership, training, alliances & partnership functions. In his previous roles, Jayanta led high performance teams and businesses for Moser Baer, Onmobile Global (as Account Director for Vodafone India, developing and driving their growth of value-added services across the data, voice and messaging platforms), Nokia and Microsoft (for both, he headed their device-led enterprise mobility solutions business in West India, services and alliances with Indian telcos). Before joining AEEE, he worked with The Times Group, where he was the National Business Head for consumer durables and telecom verticals, responsible for integrated media solutions across traditional and new age media. Having handled strategic portfolios across diverse products and services, and geographies, Jayanta is a keen enterprise-relationship enabler. A serious runner who draws life’s lessons from running, he believes in team spirit, team work and in building self-sustained communities. Jayanta is a Physics graduate from St. Stephen's College, Delhi, and an MBA from FMS Delhi. Present PMVA Local board member in India. Outside of work, he is a prolific traveller and a blogger

Jorley holds dual Master’s degrees from the University of Nottingham and Skema Business School in Machine Learning in Science and Financial Markets and Investments, respectively. Additionally, he has a Bachelor's degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from SDM College of Engineering and Technology, Dharwad. He specialises in applying advanced data analysis and machine learning techniques to solve real-world challenges. His professional expertise includes quantitative research, data analysis, and problem-solving, focused on driving impactful energy efficiency solutions through machine learning for sustainable growth. Outside of work, Jorley enjoys staying active through hiking and walking. He is also passionate about travelling, listening to music, spending time with pets, and watching stand-up comedy.

She graduated from the University of Pittsburgh in 2022 with a focus in Finance and Economics. She is a young professional and has a year of prior experience working as a Portfolio Analyst at First Republic Bank. She has a keen interest in data modeling and is looking forward to coming up with significant recommendations for policymakers based on findings and analysis. Her interests include reading thriller books and watching fun movies.

Dr. Khushboo Gupta is presently working as a Senior Research Associate at AEEE. Before AEEE, she was associated with the National Institute of Urban Affairs and worked on projects related to youth and inclusive cities. She has a Ph.D. in Planning, Governance, and Globalization from the School of Public and International Affairs at Virginia Tech. Her doctoral studies focused on smart city implementation in developing nations. While pursuing her doctorate, Dr. Gupta has worked for the Virginia Tech’s Office of Economic Development, conducting research on topics such as technology adoption and suggesting strategies for place-making projects. She also has a Master’s degree in Civil Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur.

Krishan Sharma has joined AEEE as a project coordinator. He holds a master’s degree in interior design and has worked as a project manager for over 16 years with architectural, engineering & Interior designs firms across India. Krishan has strong knowledge of building construction's materials and site engineering. He has experience in executing CSR construction projects pan India for many prestigious organizations like Hindustan Times, Union Bank of India and Oriental Bank of Commerce. He has executed the office Interior project for AEEE head office in New Delhi, which holds PLATINUM AWARD in (LEED) green building rating system certification by The U.S. Green Building Council. Currently he is working in the green building sector and conducts site visits to collect data for Building and Communities team for AEEE. His passion lies in the latest advancements in Green building technology. He is preparing simultaneously LEEDS examination also. Krishan strongly believe in making high performance buildings by new innovations in green building technology.

Dr. Md Saddam Hussain is passionate about safer urban mobility and sustainable transportation. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Architecture from NIT Patna (2015) and an M.Tech from the RCG School of Infrastructure Design and Management at IIT Kharagpur. His Ph.D. at IIT Kharagpur focused on improving pedestrian safety in urban mixed-traffic environments through design and policy interventions. Dr. Hussain has contributed to several significant projects, including the Varanasi Smart City Studio in collaboration with Georgia Tech, the SAFAR project utilizing AI to analyze traffic crash patterns, and the Global Road Safety Partnership (GRSP) under IFRC, where he promoted speed management and road safety policies. Additionally, he has worked on the optimal planning of electric vehicle charging infrastructure and other government and non-government projects with interdisciplinary impact. Currently, as a Senior Research Associate at the Alliance for an Energy-Efficient Economy (AEEE), Dr. Hussain specializes in transportation planning, mobility modeling, facility design, environmental impact assessments, and road safety. His work at AEEE includes projects on fleet electrification in the northeastern hilly regions, the market transformation of electric two- and three-wheelers, and assessing the socio-economic impact of electric two-wheelers in rural e-commerce logistics across Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. With his expertise and experience, Dr. Hussain aims to drive the adoption of electric vehicles and develop innovative strategies for safer, sustainable transportation. Outside his professional work, he enjoys watching sci-fi movies and playing online games.

Meghaa is an energy and climate professional with a penchant for public policy, interdisciplinary thinking, and data-driven research. Through her experience in energy efficiency and clean energy, she fosters an interdisciplinary approach to understanding complex development challenges and delving into exploring solutions through research. Her academic background in environmental and resource economics is solidified by hands-on experience. An advocate for enhancing energy efficiency, she has contributed to the development of multiple editions of the State Energy Efficiency Index and plays a pivotal role in promoting sub-national energy efficiency initiatives. Her work involves extensive data analysis, policy document development, and stakeholder engagement, showcasing her core skills in research, communication, and collaboration. Furthermore, her professional interests include a strong focus on impact evaluation, ensuring that initiatives not only meet their strategic goals through effective monitoring and evaluation. Her experience includes working on research reports in the clean energy and mobility space, covering various aspects of the energy transition, renewable energy value chains, as well as applications of cleaner fuel sources. Passionate about making climate and energy concepts accessible to all, she strives to translate complex jargon into relatable language, furthering public understanding and policy development in the energy sector.

Mrinal Saurabh Bhaskar brings over 14 years of expertise in the fields of energy efficiency and climate change. Throughout his career, he has held positions in government, private, and international consulting organizations, where he contributed significantly to energy policy, energy management, climate change initiatives, demand-side management, and the implementation of energy efficiency technologies, etc. He has played a pivotal role in designing and implementing national-level policies and schemes on behalf of organizations such as the Bureau of Energy Efficiency and Energy Efficiency Services Limited. He has demonstrated project leadership in diverse areas, including industrial energy efficiency, building energy efficiency, resource conservation, benchmarking studies, establishment of revolving funds, energy audits, and the execution of energy efficiency measures, etc. Additionally, he has provided consulting support to esteemed government agencies and multilateral organizations including Niti Aayog, Ministry of Power, Ministry of MSME, Department of Science & Technology (DST), The World Bank, USAID, UNDP, GEF, JICA, and Energy Market Authority (Singapore) in India, Singapore, Thailand, and Sri Lanka, addressing various energy efficiency and climate change concerns. He has also imparted training to the senior officials of more than 15 DISCOMs on DSM and Energy Efficiency under BEE’s Capacity building program of DISCOMs as Lead trainer. Prior to his current position at AEEE, Mrinal has made significant contributions to projects such as the Perform Achieve and Trade (PAT) scheme, trading mechanisms for Energy Saving Certificates (ESCert), market transformation initiatives for energy efficiency in MSMEs, the National Motor Replacement Program, Partial Risk Sharing Facility, Indo-Israel R&D project on Energy-Water Nexus (I4F), and energy peak load shifting and demand-side management projects for EMA Singapore, etc. He has published more than 14 research papers in International journals on various energy-related areas. He is a Certified Energy Auditor from the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE), a Certified Energy Efficiency Policies and Measures professional from IEA and Certified professional on Office Management and General Financial Rules from DoPT, Govt of India.

With over 12 years of experience in Customer Support Management, Navita has a proven ability to lead teams in delivering exceptional service and driving customer satisfaction. She specialises in implementing innovative solutions that streamline processes and improve customer interactions. In her previous role at Oxymoney, Navita oversaw a team of 20-25 support agents, ensuring smooth daily operations and maintaining high service standards. Passionate about creating exceptional customer experiences, Navita combines her expertise with a customer-centric approach to drive continuous improvement and deliver outstanding results. Outside work, she likes to listen to music in her free time.

Niyoshi Parekh is an urban practitioner with a focus on urban development and social justice. She is an alumni of the Urban Fellows Program at the Indian Institute for Human Settlements and holds a B.A. Architecture and B.A. Computer Science from Brown University. With a background in analyzing housing policies and advocating for marginalized communities, Niyoshi brings a blend of technical skills and fieldwork expertise to address complex issues. Proficient in data analysis, GIS, and digital tools, Niyoshi effectively combines analytical rigor with a commitment to practical, community-focused solutions. She has collaborated with organizations in Mumbai, Delhi, New York and Rhode Island, including Basti Suraksha Manch, Youth for Unity and Voluntary Action, Tata Institute of Social Sciences and WXY Studio.

“Paras Bhattarai was a Research Analyst at the Council on Energy, Environment, and Water (CEEW). His research focused on better understanding the distribution end of the power sector in Uttar Pradesh through data and stakeholder engagement with distribution utilities. He worked on generating insights on metering and billing quality, providing inputs on technology adoption in distribution utilities, and conducting a pilot intervention to support DISCOM in reducing their Technical and Commercial losses. His experience also includes designing and conducting primary surveys, data analysis and econometric analysis. Paras holds a Master’s degree in Statistics from CH. Charan Singh University. He is also pursuing a work-integrated M. Tech in Data Science and Engineering from BITS Pilani. When not working, he likes to travel, read about geopolitics, and keep track of everything new in science and cinema.

Pramod Kumar Singh has more than 16 years of experience in the energy sector, of which the last 15 years are in clean energy research and consulting for government, private sector, international development agencies, and philanthropies. He has led projects related to energy efficiency, renewable energy, climate change, and power in Australia, Bangladesh, Bhutan, China, Europe, Nepal, India, the Philippines, Thailand, the Solomon Islands, and the USA. Prior to AEEE, he was leading the Advanced Technologies objective of USAID’s South Asia Regional Energy Partnership (SAREP) program. He also led USAID’s South Asia Regional Energy Hub (SAREH) program as the Chief of Party. His other associations include working with ICF International, Schatz Energy Research Centre, and Indian Oil Corporation Limited. Pramod holds a B.Tech. degree in Electrical Engineering from IIT Roorkee and an M.S. degree in Environmental systems in Energy Technology and Policy stream from Humboldt State University, California. He is also a Certified Energy Auditor by the Government of India.

Pratima is a built-environment sustainability professional with over two decades experience across policy, strategy and investments. Over the years she has worked with national and local governments, developers, asset owners and financing institutions in Europe and Asia to help accelerate climate action and investments. She advises organisations on decarbonisation and climate risk mitigation strategies through detailed business case for sustainability initiatives and investments. Her work has spanned national building codes, city climate action plans, asset and portfolio-wide net-zero strategies, and innovative financing approaches for scaling up energy efficiency programs. Most recently, she was the Asia ESG and Sustainability Practice Lead for AECOM, a Fortune 500 infrastructure consulting firm based in Singapore. Prior to that, she worked with AECOM in the UK and with a niche sustainability consultancy as Head of Project Development and Investment.

Rahul holds a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) in Mechanical Engineering from Swami Vivekanand College of Engineering, Indore, earned in 2008. Furthermore, he completed his postgraduate studies with a Master's in Engineering (M.E.) in Mechanical Engineering, specializing in Design and Thermal aspects, at the Institute of Engineering & Technology, Indore, in 2012. With over five years of teaching experience, he embarked on his journey as a Ph.D. research scholar in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at BITS-Pilani, Pilani campus, starting in January 2018. During his doctoral research, Rahul authored two research papers in international journals, focusing on the improvement of indoor comfort and energy efficiency within residential buildings. His research delves into the impact of climate change on heating and cooling requirements and explores retrofitting solutions to enhance indoor thermal comfort. Rahul's area of expertise notably centers on enhancing indoor comfort and energy efficiency in residential buildings, aligning well with my own research, which investigates the repercussions of climate change on heating and cooling demands while exploring retrofitting possibilities to elevate indoor thermal comfort.

Raj Verma is a State Coordinator for Alliance for an Energy Efficient Economy (AEEE). He is having an experience of more than a decade in the sustainability and Energy Efficiency Sector. By academics, he is an Electrical Engineer. He is also a GRIHA Certified Professional (GRIHA CP), IGBC Accredited Professional (IGBC AP) and also empanelled as GreenCo Facilitator from CII. He was also the first member of the first ECBC cell constituted across India, spearheading his services for the implementation of ECBC in the state of Uttar Pradesh. He has also developed energy efficiency and sustainable policies for the states of Haryana, Uttarakhand, West Bengal, Odisha, Madhya Pradesh, Nagaland, Mizoram, Manipur, and Tripura. He played a vital role in the notification of the Energy Conservation Building Code (ECBC) and its implementation in the states of Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal, Haryana, Uttarakhand, Mizoram and Tripura. He has extensive experience in working with State and Central government agencies. During his tenure, he has organized more than 200 online/offline training programmes and was also a speaker in more than 100 programmes. Worked on many projects for IGBC/GRIHA/GreenCo facilitation of different residential, commercial, metro Stations and factory projects.

Rakesh Goswami is a pro-active and result oriented professional with more than 22 years of experience in a wide range of working areas. Being a Chartered Accountant, Rakesh’s extensive work in the development sector has honed him into an authority on financial compliances, NGO management, and CSR laws. With his knowledge of financial accounting, strategy, planning, budgeting, along with his expertise in taxation, internal auditing, statutory compliance, liaising administration – Rakesh leads by example. Rakesh is a problem-solver, who can handle any crisis confidently, with a cool head. His acumen for financial and legal matters, management of working capital, NGOs, human resources, and client relationship make him a multi-tasker. He possesses extensive experience in offering legal advice to corporates on various matters, including setting up offices of foreign companies and NGOs in India, drafting agreements and other business documents, foreign exchange-related activities, and obtaining government approvals. An able leader, a keen analyst, and an effective team player, Rakesh plays a vital role in the formulation and implementation of annual action plans, preparing annual budgets, and fixing fiscal targets. With his flexibility and willingness to work in other operation areas, Rakesh does not miss a chance to contribute to the organisation's overall growth and development.

Rana Veer Pratap Singh has expertise in a broad spectrum of Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration (HVAC&R) systems, including building energy efficiency and management, thermal energy storage, passive heating and cooling systems, solar hybrid air conditioning, building energy modeling and simulation, green buildings, and heat and mass transfer. He is an active member of several professional societies, such as ISHRAE, ASHRAE, and IBPSA India. Prior to this role, he served as an Associate Fellow in the Sustainable Buildings Division at The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI). His academic background includes an M Tech in Energy Engineering and doctoral research from Malaviya National Institute of Technology (MNIT), Jaipur, where he focused on the energy and cost-saving potential of integrating thermal energy storage with various cooling systems. Singh has earned international recognition, notably representing ISHRAE India in the HVAC World Student Competition at the 21st HVAC and Refrigeration Conference in Sanmenxia, Henan province, China, in 2018. He has authored numerous research articles published in esteemed journals and presented at various conferences. Beyond his profession, he enjoys music, sports and geopolitics.

I am a Public Policy post-graduate from St.Xaviers College, Mumbai, and a graduate in Philosophy from Kamala Nehru College, University of Delhi. As an aspiring policymaker, I have a keen interest in the domains of Energy and Education. Before joining AEEE, I interned at two renowned non-profits whilst fruitfully contributing to their research and campaigning initiatives. Currently, as a Research Trainee in AEEE, my goal is to fuse my previous learnings with energy efficiency endeavours in service of society. I have always been a curious learner with an adaptive and resilient approach to life, and I look forward to learning and growing within AEEE.

Rishav is a Sustainable Development practitioner with 6 years of work experience across government and private sector enterprises in corporate sustainability, responsible supply chains, & public policy implementation. He holds a Master’s in Public Administration from Columbia University and has worked with consulting/multinational corporations to drive large-scale sustainability projects for supply chains, including developing recyclability protocols for packaging companies, designing excel models to calculate Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions for FMCG companies, undertaking materiality assessments for European and US sustainability standards, among others. Prior to that, Rishav spent 4.5 years working with government administrations in India to improve public service provisioning and policy making (SDG parameters) in Nutrition, Education and Digital Services. Personal Interests: Rishav loves getting involved in pick-up games of Ultimate Frisbee and Football. He is also an avid foodie, and during his free time he is often looking for the best local haunts to try out in the city.

Ritarbrata Sen joined as Lead – Partnerships (Real Estate & Industry). He works closely with the Solar Decathlon India core team in strengthening partnerships with Developers, Industry, and other key stakeholders. Ritabrata also works closely with AEEE’s Low Carbon Built Environment, Membership & Comms Team, and is based out of our Delhi office. Ritabrata is an Engineer with PGDM in Marketing. He has been working in the industry since 2010. Before joining AEEE, Ritabrata was involved in the marketing of steel construction materials at Kamdhenu Group and later in the marketing of green and net zero building ratings at CII’s Indian Green Building Council (IGBC). During his professional career, Ritabrata has been involved extensively in reaching out to architects, designers, engineers, developers, planners, consultants, manufacturers and many other stakeholders in the construction and real estate sector. He is an IGBC Accredited Green Building Professional and has also worked on policy development and implementation support with various government departments to facilitate an ecosystem that enables the adoption of sustainable design, construction, operation, and maintenance practices.

Rohan Kadamb brings expertise in energy efficiency, resource efficiency studies, decarbonisation, and clean energy transitions. After completing his Bachelor’s in Mechanical and Automation Engineering, Rohan was associated with Development Environergy Services Limited (part of the French MNC Veolia). With over two years of experience, he has conducted multiple detailed energy audits and resource efficiency studies across a range of industries, including textiles, garment manufacturing, sugar and distillery, and food processing. Passionate about advancing a low-carbon future, Rohan is committed to advancing effective decarbonisation strategies and understanding the importance of our role in creating a sustainable world for future generations. Beyond work, Rohan enjoys teaching science and mathematics and mentoring high school students.

With over 8 years of experience, Rohit specialises in product design, data modelling, and building data-intensive applications. At AEEE, he supports projects on demand flexibility, energy efficiency, and analytics by developing Python models and designing dashboards in Power BI and Streamlit.Previously, Rohit held consulting roles with GSK Pharmaceuticals and IQVIA, focusing on business process automation using Power Platform, and delivering brand performance insights. As Lead Data Scientist at i2L Solutions, he developed AI-driven solutions and energy monitoring dashboards hosted on AWS. Additionally, he contributed to air pollution mitigation projects and energy conservation initiatives for ICF Consulting.Rohit holds an M Tech in Data Science from BITS Pilani and a B Tech in Mechanical and Automation from Maharaja Agrasen Institute Of Technology, Delhi. Outside of work, he enjoys traveling, movies, sketching, and exploring the intricate dynamics of macroeconomics.

Sandeep Kachhawa is an energy efficiency researcher with over a decade of experience in research and policy advisory. He specializes in building energy efficiency and cold chain systems and has conducted qualitative and quantitative studies in collaboration with businesses, government, and civil society. At AEEE, Sandeep has contributed to several publications focused on cooling including the India Cooling Action Plan. He played an important role in conceptualizing India's periodic State Energy Efficiency Index, assessing states' energy efficiency policies and programs, while working closely with NITI Aayog and BEE. Sandeep has authored numerous research papers, including those advocating for adaptive thermal comfort, decoding India's building stock characteristics, rethinking ECBC implementation in states and cities, evaluation framework for assessing state-level energy efficiency implementation, and policy & technology roadmap for retrofitting/modernizing cold storages in India. He is a Certified Measurement and Verification Professional (CMVP) and has helped improve the energy performance of many large commercial and mixed-use buildings in India. Sandeep is a Mechanical Engineer and holds a Master's in Energy Engineering from MNIT Jaipur. His prior affiliations with TERI and AECOM have helped shape his knowledge and understanding of the field of energy efficiency.

Santosh Kumar Saini is a passionate and enthusiastic researcher specializing in sustainable refrigeration & cold chains, HVAC, and renewable energy. Holding a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from BITS Pilani, his research focused on evaluating energy-efficient refrigeration technologies for seafood cold chains in India. With expertise in HVAC, refrigerants and refrigeration system analysis, Santosh brings a holistic understanding to his work. He has contributed to the development of a national scheme for advanced grid-scale energy storage technologies as a Research Associate at IIT Roorkee. He has a Master’s degree in Renewable Energy from Centre for Energy and Environment, MNIT Jaipur. Santosh has played key roles in three international projects, proposing energy-efficient refrigeration technologies for optimal seafood storage and handling. With strong technical competencies and analytical skills, Santosh is dedicated to driving sustainable solutions and making a positive impact in the field of energy and refrigeration. Santosh also enjoys playing badminton and swimming, embracing the competitive spirit and staying physically active in his leisure time.

Saumya Swasti is a Project Associate in the Buildings and communities division of AEEE. She is an undergraduate Physical Planner holding a degree in Bachelor of Planning from the School of Planning and Architecture, New Delhi. As a young professional in the planning paradigm, she holds a special interest in the fields of social development, sustainability, and environmentally friendly practices in urban and rural regimes. In the past, she has worked with HCL Foundation in their rural development initiative Samuday which is working for the income augmentation of marginalized communities. While working with AEEE she aims to integrate the thoughts and principles she has inculcated through her planning education with energy efficiency to ideate innovative solutions that amount to environmentally and climatically conscious development.

Saundarya is a seasoned communications professional with expertise in visual and textual storytelling. A former journalist with over seven years of experience in print and digital media, she excels in creating engaging content, strategic communication, and project management. At AEEE, Saundarya manages content and drives thought leadership to propel climate action through policy and behaviour change. She forayed into the development sector as Communications Manager at iProbono, a legal aid nonprofit that advocates for equal justice. Before that, she had a long and fruitful association with The Quint, where she led a team of senior copy editors and oversaw international coverage. She holds a Master’s in English from the University of Delhi and a Postgraduate Diploma in English Journalism from the Asian College of Journalism, Chennai. Saundarya advocates for gender equality and leverages communication and storytelling to catalyse intersectional social justice. She also has a deep interest in arts and culture.

Shubham Mankar is a dedicated professional with a strong background in agriculture and agribusiness. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Agricultural Sciences from Anand Niketan College of Agriculture, Anandwan, Warora, and hails from the industrially diverse district of Chandrapur, Maharashtra. Shubham's passion for agriculture led him to pursue an MBA in Agribusiness Management from Dr. D.Y. Patil University, Pune, where he honed his skills in the dynamic world of agricultural management and innovation. With prior experience of 2 Years as a Research Associate in the Food, Beverages, and Agriculture domain at Markets and Markets Research Pvt Ltd, Pune,  Shubham has a comprehensive understanding of market trends and dynamics in the agribusiness sector. Currently, he serves as a Research Associate in the Cold Chain team, leveraging his educational background and industry experience to contribute to the efficient management of agricultural produce in the cold chain sector. Shubham's commitment to the field of agriculture and his research expertise make him a valuable asset in enhancing post-harvest practices and supply chain efficiency.

An Architect, Researcher, and Sustainability Professional, Smiti brings over two years of experience in the Built Environment sector. She specialises in conducting in-depth technical research and formulating policy frameworks that contribute to India’s net-zero transition. Her work has made a tangible impact in the areas of energy efficiency and climate resilience, including co-authoring influential papers in collaboration with industry experts. Her multidisciplinary approach reflects her dedication to addressing climate challenges with innovative, energy-efficient solutions rooted in grassroots action.Smiti holds a Masters in Architecture - Sustainable Environmental Design from the Architectural Association, London, UK, and a Bachelors in Architecture from the Sushant School of Art and Architecture, Gurgaon, India. Beyond her professional commitments, Smiti is an enthusiastic traveller who enjoys exploring new destinations. A skilled pianist and singer, she blends creativity and balance into her personal and professional life.

Snehashis Tapadar have completed B Tech in Electronics & Communication Engineering from Calcutta Institute of Technology under Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology, formerly known as West Bengal University of Technology. He is completed an MBA- Public System with a specialization in Energy Management from Indian Institute of Social Welfare and Business Management (IISWBM) under Calcutta University (CU). After completion of MBA, he joined as a Consultant in Enfragy Solutions India Pvt Ltd based at Assam State Designated Agency in Guwahati in July 2019 to August 2020. After that, he continued as a Consultant for Assam State Designated Agency on behalf of iNVENCO from September 2020 to 15th October 2022. He interned with Vikram India Limited and Swapan K Dutta PE during my MBA time. he was a part of the Mandatory Energy Audit in Eastern Railway (Sealdah Division).

Stuti Goyal works as a Research Associate in the Buildings and Communities division of AEEE. She is an Architect, registered with the Council of Architecture, and holds a Master’s degree in Building Energy Performance from CEPT University. She is a GRIHA Certified Professional, with a core interest in building physics, energy simulations, daylight analysis, and policy and research. She is well versed with national and international green building rating systems, building energy codes, and energy standards. She has 6+ years of experience in the field, wherein she has worked extensively on Architectural projects, green building certifications, and building performance analysis. Her broader interests lie in contributing to the creation of sustainable built spaces that enhance the quality of life of the occupants. She believes that with a mix of responsibility and mindfulness, our attitude towards our environment can change for the better.

Sumedh is an energy sector professional with 18 years of international experience implementing cutting-edge programs on utility modernisation and advancing net-zero technology deployment. Through his distinguished career, Sumedh has worked on projects funded by multilateral organisations – USAID, ADB, World Bank, and has successfully led innovative programs on Demand Response and Integrated Resource Planning, which have significantly contributed to improve efficiency and advancing greener electrical grids. Sumedh has led international consulting assignments in multiple countries in South Asia, Middle East, Pacific and North America. Before joining AEEE, Sumedh was at the helm of the complex $50 million USAID South Asia Regional Energy Partnership (SAREP) program as Deputy Chief of Party, fostering collaboration among six South Asian countries to accelerate the shift to clean energy.  He has been recognised as a best-in-class employee with expertise in engineering and team management by globally benchmarked utilities – Dubai Electricity Water Authority (DEWA) and Tata Power- DDL. Sumedh is a qualified Electrical Engineer with a master's degree in business administration and an honored recipient of the prestigious "Karthikeyan Award" for being the top management student at BITS Pilani. Outside of work, Sumedh is a prolific writer, co-author of two books, and enjoys yoga, creating music with his guitar, and hiking, which foster his creativity and connection to nature.

Supriya has 12+ years of multifaceted experience in the development sector, building effective partnerships; stakeholder engagement; outreach; communications; large-scale social responsibility, advocacy, and capacity-building programs. She has led and functioned with diverse teams and stakeholders working with the Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) wing of TERI, and TERI School of Advanced Studies. She has also worked as an Independent Consultant for partnerships, outreach, and communication-based projects mainly with start-ups. She comes with a Master’s in Natural Resources Management from TERI SAS, and a Master’s in Education from the University of Delhi. She also has a certification in ‘Strategic Communications and Partnership Building for Social Impact’ from CDMC-MICA. She strongly believes in the power of collaboration and an infinite mindset as key tools for sustainable growth of any individual or institution.

With 3 years of experience, Susmita specialises in end-to-end recruitment, industrial relations, compliance management, and curating talent ecosystems. She has successfully hired talent from prestigious institutions like IIMs and IITs and has a proven track record of handling the entire employee talent cycle. In her previous roles, Susmita has worked in both IT and non-IT sectors, focusing on building impactful employee value propositions (EVPs), designing recruitment strategies, and ensuring adherence to compliance frameworks. Her approach combines innovation and efficiency to attract, retain, and develop top talent. She holds an MBA in Human Resources from St. Xavier’s University. Outside of work, Susmita enjoys listening to music and podcasts, fitness, and doodling.

Suyashi Srivastava is a part of the core team that organises Solar Decathlon India. She is working on industry and real estate partnerships along with several technical areas of the competition. Her professional experience includes working as a BIM Architect at SYSTRA MVA and an Energy Analyst at Ecoinch and Ecofirst Services Limited-A TATA Enterprise. She has an M.Tech Degree in Building Energy Performance from CEPT University and is trained to evaluate energy-efficiency measures through analysis and simulations. Her research paper titled 'Tree Shading Factor as input for thermal model through hemispherical photography', was published at International Building Performance Simulation Association 2021 – BS2021 conference held at Belgium. An alumni of the U.S. DOE Solar Decathlon Design Challenge 2019, she has served as a Technical Resource Group member for Solar Decathlon India as an expert in water efficiency and net-zero-water design. A LEED Green Associate and an ASHRAE member, she has led both GRIHA & IGBC documentation and certification. Her intent to bridge the gap between the building design and its environmental surroundings drives her career goals.

Tanuj Joshi is an executive graphic designer at AEEE. He comes with more than 4 years of experience in the field of Graphic Designer. He has done his Master's and graduation and in fine arts from Minerva, Dehradun. Tanuj’s work at AEEE is to design and optimise the company’s internal and external communication collaterals including company branding, brochure design, reports, and digital media infographics. Prior to this, Tanuj also worked in some reputed publishing companies. He has also pursued freelancing as his passion for graphic designing. Tanuj is a person who believes in creativity and learning, in his free time he enjoys music and sketching.

Upendra is a strategy, public policy, and sustainability professional. At AEEE, he has a multi-sectoral and cross-functional role as Manager - Strategic Initiatives, aligned with the office of the President/Executive Director. Earlier, he worked in a management consulting role at Deloitte to deliver strategy, transformation, and M&A projects for global Fortune 500 clients with US, Europe, and APAC teams. In public policy and government sector work at PwC, he also worked with central and state governments alongside multilateral donor agencies such as ADB, WB, and FCDO. The work often concerned sustainability, climate change, and MSMEs/Startups. Upendra has also worked with a waste and circular economy start-up, TrashCon, where he led strategy and growth assignments with the CEO. His education has primarily been interdisciplinary. Having graduated with a Master of Public Policy (MPP), Upendra is an alumnus of the Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) and the National Law School of India University (NLSIU). His interests beyond work include writing, sports and fitness, Shastriya Sangeet, and dialectics.

Vibhu brings his expertise in urban planning and a passion for sustainability to AEEE's Sustainable Cooling team. After graduating with a Bachelor's degree in Planning from the School of Planning and Architecture, New Delhi, he spent a year working on rural development projects with the HCL Foundation. At AEEE, Vibhu focuses on promoting sustainable cooling solutions, particularly District Cooling systems. He leverages his planning background to analyze policy environments and assess how these technologies can be effectively integrated into urban areas. His work ultimately contributes to developing more energy-efficient and sustainable cities, making them more resilient and eco-friendly.

Vikas Nimesh has joined AEEE as Senior Research Associate in Power Utility and Electric Mobility verticals. His key expertise areas are Electric Vehicles Adoption Planning, Transportation Planning, Choice Modelling, Environmental Impact Assessment, and Lifecycle Assessment. He has completed his Ph.D. and M.Tech from the Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur and B.Tech in Mechanical and Automotive Engineering from Delhi Technological University. His doctoral thesis broadly focuses on assessing the demand and implications of electric vehicles on energy and the environment. He has published his research findings on E-mobility in two reputed journals namely Energy Conversion and Management, and Energy. Along with the Ph.D., he was involved in multidisciplinary projects including emission assessment in the coalfield area, Optimal Planning of Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure (EVCI) network in an Urban Area, Remote Estimation of On-road Vehicular Emissions & Assessment of Commuter Exposure to Ground-level Air Quality. In his free time, he likes to play and watch cricket.

Vinay is a seasoned accounting professional with over 18 years of experience in managing financial records, ensuring compliance, and offering strategic financial insights. His expertise covers various accounting functions, including financial reporting, invoicing and billing, reconciliation, and bookkeeping. Vinay is known for his attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and dedication to delivering accurate and timely financial information. His goal is to help businesses streamline their accounting processes and make informed financial decisions. Vinay is passionate about traveling and meeting new people.

“Vipin Rohilla joined as a Program Lead where he will lead AEEE’s work related to M&V, Industrial Decarbonization, ESCOs business, Energy Efficiency Financing. In the capacity of the Programme Lead, he will also be supporting multiple projects with activities related to financing, M&V, and technology feasibility assessments. Vipin has 16 years of experience in consulting and ESCOs business, Energy Efficiency Financing, M&V, and Demand side Management. Prior to AEEE, Vipin worked with National Productivity Council (NPC) in various capacities, where he contributed significantly to energy policy development, energy audit studies, demand-side management, Measurement and Verification, implementation of energy efficiency technologies, Third party assessment of various government schemes, and training on technical topics. He also led similar kind of assignments executed in Bangladesh, Nepal, Egypt and UAE. He also worked in TARSHID (Super ESCO of Saudi Arabia) as Senior Project Manager (M&V) for 3 years during 2019-2022. Vipin holds a Master’s degree in Finance from FMS, Delhi University, and Certificate in Project Management from IIM Indore. He completed B.E. in Electrical Engineering. He holds several certifications, including CMVP, CEA, CEM from AEE USA, and PMVA from EVO. When not working, he likes to read books, listen to music, do photography, and meditate.”

Vivek has accumulated over 8 years of experience working on Financial Analysis, Monitoring and Evaluation, Business Development, and Institution building across sectors. Before joining AEEE as a Deputy Manager, Projects in the Sustainable Cooling and Cold-chain area, he has been associated with notable organisations such as HCL Foundation, Basix, and Virenxia and has worked for the World Bank, NABARD, IFFCO Kisan, National Agro Foundation, and The Coca-Cola Company, where he executed projects across various regions in India. His key achievement includes developing over 300 community-based organisations and guiding them to achieve financial sustainability in the field of agri- and allied-business activities. He harbours a strong passion for motorbikes and finds great joy in travelling. His enthusiasm for bikes extends beyond mere transportation, reflecting a deep-seated interest in the mechanics, culture, and exploration opportunities they afford.

Winamra Negi is BEE Certified Energy Auditor with a postgraduate background as an MBA from Symbiosis International University in the Energy & Environment domain and Mechanical Engineering. My work experience includes diverse roles and projects, viz., Manufacturing (Plant Engineering, Projects, Environmental Management, etc.), Technical Sales (Thermal Engineering Products, WHRB, etc.), Government Consulting - Energy Efficiency and Management Consulting - Climate Smart Buildings Project. I have been a big advocate of finding feasible techno-economical solutions brought by a bottom-up approach for a sustainable and better future.