Energy & Basic Resources

Valued experts focusing on the exploration, production, and management of energy sources and raw materials

Shouvik Sarkar

Shouvik Sarkar

Former Owner of The SARK Tech.
Professional Programmer.
Researcher. Author. Cricketer. Traveller.

Former Owner of The SARK Tech. Professional Programmer. Researcher. Author. Cricketer. Traveller. Show more

Luiz Gustavo Ribeiro

Luiz Gustavo Ribeiro

Senior Solutions Architect na Minsait, criador do AWS Local Simulator (projeto open-source MIT que simula 18 serviços AWS localmente) e AWS Community Builder for Serverless. Com 12 certificações AWS e mais de 30 anos de experiência em tecnologia, dedica-se a democratizar o acesso ao desenvolvimento em nuvem através de software livre.

Senior Solutions Architect na Minsait, criador do AWS Local Simulator (projeto open-source MIT que simula 18 serviços AWS localmente) e AWS Community Builder for Serverless. Com 12 certificações AWS e mais de 30 anos de experiência em tecnologia, ded... Show more

Hariprasad Reddy

Hariprasad Reddy

Hariprasad Reddy is a Dynamics 365 Finance & Supply Chain (D365 F&O) Production and SCM Lead architect at Forvis Mazars. He leads complex implementations across product/ECM, planning, production execution, quality , Supply chain and warehouse operations. Hari has delivered solutions in discrete and process manufacturing across consumer goods, food & beverage, retail/commerce, distribution, industrial equipment, chemicals, life sciences/medical device, metals, and energy-related operations, often in regulated or high-control environments requiring traceability and audit-ready execution.

Hariprasad Reddy is a Dynamics 365 Finance & Supply Chain (D365 F&O) Production and SCM Lead architect at Forvis Mazars. He leads complex implementations across product/ECM, planning, production execution, quality , Supply chain and warehouse operati... Show more

Kate Merson

Kate Merson

Kate Merson is a seasoned demand-side management professional who has worked with utilities for the last 16 years helping to drive innovation in customer energy programs for deep and equitable decarbonization. Leveraging her experience in cleantech and market transformation, Kate’s specialty is bringing market actors and technology together to make participation in programs simple and easy for consumers. As Director of North American Grid Services at ev.energy, she is working to unlock scaled grid flexibility through smart charging and vehicle to grid solutions with utilities, governments, and grid operators in the US and Canada. Kate holds a M.A degree from the University of Denver in International Energy Studies and a B.A. in Marketing & Communications. She lives in Colorado and enjoys the great outdoors, often skiing, camping, and running with family and friends.

Kate Merson is a seasoned demand-side management professional who has worked with utilities for the last 16 years helping to drive innovation in customer energy programs for deep and equitable decarbonization. Leveraging her experience in cleantech a... Show more

Xavier Le Lay

Xavier Le Lay

Working in an agile context for over 10 years, I operate at the crossroads between Business and Manufacturing teams; Transformation of Information Systems, Methodology, Tools, Needs Analysis and Change Support are my daily leitmotifs.
Considering capitalization as a fundamental element of my profession, I also work as a trainer and specialize in agility at scale (SAFe SPC).
A convinced agilist and aficionado of empirical methods, I define myself as an "Agilitator", and thrive in this constantly evolving work context. My credo: “Effectiveness, Efficiency, Spirit of initiative”

Working in an agile context for over 10 years, I operate at the crossroads between Business and Manufacturing teams; Transformation of Information Systems, Methodology, Tools, Needs Analysis and Change Support are my daily leitmotifs. Considering ca... Show more

Enrique Arribas

Enrique Arribas

He trabajado con herramientas de colaboracion y gestión documental de Microsoft desde hace 10 años. Empezando con desarrollos SharePoint y actualmente Power Platform y M365

He trabajado con herramientas de colaboracion y gestión documental de Microsoft desde hace 10 años. Empezando con desarrollos SharePoint y actualmente Power Platform y M365 Show more

Filippe Rimis

Filippe Rimis

Filippe Rimis is a Senior Project Engineer based in Western Australia with over 20 years of experience in the energy sector, spanning structural engineering, multidisciplinary project coordination, and EPC delivery. Alongside his corporate role, he builds AI-powered systems tailored for engineering environments.

Over the past three years, Filippe has been developing and iterating on Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) architectures for complex technical documents, moving from early “naive RAG” experiments to structured, agentic systems designed for compliance, traceability, and real-world deployment. His work focuses on bridging deterministic engineering principles with probabilistic AI models—designing systems that engineers can actually trust.

He shares practical lessons from building production-oriented RAG pipelines for contracts, specifications, and structured/unstructured reports, with a strong emphasis on data structuring, ingestion strategy, and intelligent retrieval orchestration.

Filippe Rimis is a Senior Project Engineer based in Western Australia with over 20 years of experience in the energy sector, spanning structural engineering, multidisciplinary project coordination, and EPC delivery. Alongside his corporate role, he b... Show more

Chelsea Kehne

Chelsea Kehne

Chelsea is an energy & emissions analyst at Harvard University, where she manages the University’s environmental data inventory and serves as product owner for its carbon accounting platform. In this role, she leads the strategy, governance, and continuous improvement of emissions data across a large and complex portfolio, ensuring alignment and compliance with evolving local and state climate regulations while supporting Harvard’s institution-wide decarbonization efforts.

Chelsea’s work sits at the intersection of sustainability, environmental policy and compliance, and data systems. She brings a multidisciplinary approach that integrates technical analysis, policy interpretation, and stakeholder collaboration, partnering with operational leaders, sustainability teams, and decision-makers to translate complex data into actionable insights. She is particularly passionate about building and stewarding scalable sustainability data systems that enable informed decision-making, transparent reporting, and regulatory compliance.

Chelsea’s academic background is anchored in philosophy and environmental studies, which informs her interest in the ethical dimensions of climate action and institutional responsibility. She holds a master’s degree in Environmental Sciences, Policy, and Management.

Chelsea is an energy & emissions analyst at Harvard University, where she manages the University’s environmental data inventory and serves as product owner for its carbon accounting platform. In this role, she leads the strategy, governance, and cont... Show more

Tom Thill

Tom Thill

Tom Thill is a security engineer whose specializes in endpoint protection and vulnerability management. His work has addressed the identification of large gaps in coverage for endpoint protection, architectures for intrusion-tolerant and multilevel security systems, and risk assessments spanning multi-data center cloud and on-premise infrastructures.

He has developed and led cybersecurity teams in the United States Air Force (2013-2019), in multiple areas of responsibility. While stationed in Davis Monthan Air Force Base, he led multiple teams, one of which that included support to combatant commanders, three-letter agencies and national-level taskings.

Tom has over 12 years of experience in IT and cyber security and holds degrees from University of Maryland (BS) and the Community college of the Air Force (AS). Tom currently is a security engineer at Tucson electric power where he leads multiple endpoint protection programs across various teams. He is passionate about decoding jargon-fueled cybersecurity terms into understandable instructions for the everyday employee and focusing not just on security but the big picture of the business.

Tom Thill is a security engineer whose specializes in endpoint protection and vulnerability management. His work has addressed the identification of large gaps in coverage for endpoint protection, architectures for intrusion-tolerant and multilevel s... Show more

Cory Zaner

Cory Zaner

With over 20 years of experience across energy, manufacturing, and defense, I help global industrial organizations design secure, resilient infrastructure from the start — not bolt security on later.

At Chevron Phillips Chemical Company, I focus on embedding security into enterprise architecture, digital platforms, and IT/OT operating models so teams can move faster with less risk. I work closely with senior leaders to clarify service boundaries, strengthen governance, and align technology decisions with business outcomes.

My approach blends enterprise architecture, risk-informed decision making, and practical execution to modernize complex, highly regulated environments while preserving reliability and operational stability.

With over 20 years of experience across energy, manufacturing, and defense, I help global industrial organizations design secure, resilient infrastructure from the start — not bolt security on later. At Chevron Phillips Chemical Company, I focus o... Show more

Debra Rowe

Debra Rowe

As President of the US Partnership for Education for Sustainable Development, Dr. Debra Rowe facilitates multi-stakeholder coalitions to improve inclusive transitions to green and sustainable societies globally. After owning a solar retail and wholesale company, Debra taught Campus and Corporate Sustainability at the University of Vermont, and renewable energies, sustainable living, and psychology at Oakland Community College. She helped hundreds of colleges, universities, and communities grow their renewable energy and sustainability programs. She supports a Climate Fellows youth network that provides open-source changemaker curricula. Dr. Rowe leads and co-facilitates with AASHE two national networks of sixty higher education associations. She chairs two groups at the Higher Education Sustainability Initiative, a collaboration of ten United Nations agencies, focusing on: 1) green skills and careers, and 2) connections between researchers, practitioners, and policymakers.

As President of the US Partnership for Education for Sustainable Development, Dr. Debra Rowe facilitates multi-stakeholder coalitions to improve inclusive transitions to green and sustainable societies globally. After owning a solar retail and wholes... Show more

Tommaso Dri

Tommaso Dri

I’m Tommaso Dri, the CTO and co-founder of Archeido Srl, where we specialize in cutting-edge cloud technology. My expertise lies in designing high-reliability distributed cloud infrastructures, and I’m a dedicated advocate of DevOps methodologies.

At Archeido, I lead a team of skilled tech professionals, developing innovative solutions in the Fintech, and WealthTech sectors. Our technology stack includes React, Ruby on Rails, Python, and the whole AWS ecosystem, enabling us to deliver robust and scalable software solutions.

Outside of work, I enjoy engaging in DIY projects and exploring scientific topics, with a particular interest in environmental and energy issues. I’m committed to continuous learning and contributing to the tech community.

I’m Tommaso Dri, the CTO and co-founder of Archeido Srl, where we specialize in cutting-edge cloud technology. My expertise lies in designing high-reliability distributed cloud infrastructures, and I’m a dedicated advocate of DevOps methodologies. ... Show more

Boris Bouju

Boris Bouju

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Srungarapati Abhilash

Srungarapati Abhilash

I'm a Graduate Engineer with the City of Houston Public Works, specializing in wastewater infrastructure operations and environmental compliance. My work focuses on addressing complex urban challenges such as sanitary sewer overflows (SSOs), infrastructure constraints, and system reliability within one of the largest municipal utility systems in the United States.
I bring a strong field-oriented perspective, working closely with inspection teams, analyzing CCTV data, and supporting risk-based maintenance strategies to improve system performance. My interests include sustainable infrastructure, data-driven decision-making, and enhancing resilience in public utility systems.
I actively engaged in professional development and knowledge-sharing initiatives and is committed to contributing practical, scalable solutions to the evolving challenges in environmental engineering and urban infrastructure.

I'm a Graduate Engineer with the City of Houston Public Works, specializing in wastewater infrastructure operations and environmental compliance. My work focuses on addressing complex urban challenges such as sanitary sewer overflows (SSOs), infrastr... Show more

Gilles Bandza

Gilles Bandza

I'm a Technical Lead and Solution Architect specializing in Power Platform and Dynamics 365. With over 10 years of experience, I focus on building scalable, Web / Mobile enterprise solutions and modern app architectures for global organizations.

I'm a Technical Lead and Solution Architect specializing in Power Platform and Dynamics 365. With over 10 years of experience, I focus on building scalable, Web / Mobile enterprise solutions and modern app architectures for global organizations. Show more

Giannis Arvanitopoulos

Giannis Arvanitopoulos

Experienced Machine Learning Engineer with a strong background in designing and deploying end-to-end data and machine learning systems. Skilled in building reliable MLOps pipelines using Azure ML, MLflow, Azure DevOps, and Microsoft Fabric to enable efficient experimentation, deployment, and monitoring. Currently working in the energy sector, delivering projects in risk classification, optimization algorithms, text analytics, and energy management. Combines solid software engineering practices with applied machine learning to build scalable, production-grade solutions. Focused on reliability, automation, and collaboration, with a commitment to developing practical, high-quality systems that drive measurable business value.

Experienced Machine Learning Engineer with a strong background in designing and deploying end-to-end data and machine learning systems. Skilled in building reliable MLOps pipelines using Azure ML, MLflow, Azure DevOps, and Microsoft Fabric to enable ... Show more

Hithesh Seedarla

Hithesh Seedarla

Hithesh Seedarla is a technology professional specializing in enterprise systems and digital transformation within the utilities industry. With a Master’s degree in Computer Science and over five years of experience working with Oracle Utilities (CC&B, C2M, and MDM), he has delivered solutions for major utility clients across the United States.

His expertise spans enterprise integrations, data-driven architectures, and implementing scalable systems that bridge legacy platforms with modern technologies. He is currently focused on applying artificial intelligence and machine learning to utility operations, enabling predictive analytics, automation, and smarter decision-making.

Hithesh is passionate about leveraging platforms like Microsoft 365, Azure AI, and Power Platform to help organizations transition into intelligent enterprises and unlock real business value from their data.

Hithesh Seedarla is a technology professional specializing in enterprise systems and digital transformation within the utilities industry. With a Master’s degree in Computer Science and over five years of experience working with Oracle Utilities (CC&... Show more

Selina Demi

Selina Demi

Selina is a cyber security professional with expertise in cyber security architecture and cyber risk management. She holds a PhD in blockchain technology and has a background in computer science. Currently, she works as a Cyber Risk Analyst at Equinor.

Selina is a cyber security professional with expertise in cyber security architecture and cyber risk management. She holds a PhD in blockchain technology and has a background in computer science. Currently, she works as a Cyber Risk Analyst at Equino... Show more

Tim Edwards

Tim Edwards

Tim Edwards has spent 20 years in IT and technology, leading infrastructure and operations across the petroleum industry before moving into the startup world with a graph analytics company. He now works at Grafana Labs, helping organisations solve real-world observability challenges. When he's not wrangling metrics, he's probably tinkering with AI.

Tim Edwards has spent 20 years in IT and technology, leading infrastructure and operations across the petroleum industry before moving into the startup world with a graph analytics company. He now works at Grafana Labs, helping organisations solve re... Show more

Camilla Turner

Camilla Turner

Camilla Turner er VP Occupational Health i Statkraft med globalt ansvar for “Shape, Monitor & Review”. Hun har utviklet styringssystemet for psykososial risiko og operasjonalisert ISO 45003 internasjonalt – inkludert en indikator som gjør det usynlige styrbart. Camilla viser hvordan den norske HMS‑arven skaper verdi langt utover HMS, og hvordan psykologisk trygghet og arbeidsbelastning direkte påvirker digital sikkerhet.

Camilla Turner er VP Occupational Health i Statkraft med globalt ansvar for “Shape, Monitor & Review”. Hun har utviklet styringssystemet for psykososial risiko og operasjonalisert ISO 45003 internasjonalt – inkludert en indikator som gjør det usynlig... Show more

Jean Roman

Jean Roman

Ingénieur spécialisé en environnement, devenu expert en définition et implantation de stratégie bas-carbone au sein des organisations, du bilan carbone au plan d'action opérationnel, au sein de Toovalu, éditeur de logiciel ayant créé Impact, un outil de suivi et de pilotage de sa stratégie Climat & RSE.

Ingénieur spécialisé en environnement, devenu expert en définition et implantation de stratégie bas-carbone au sein des organisations, du bilan carbone au plan d'action opérationnel, au sein de Toovalu, éditeur de logiciel ayant créé Impact, un outil... Show more

Rafael Chacón Moreno

Rafael Chacón Moreno

I have always been driven by a curiosity to understand how systems work. I am currently pursuing studies in Electrical Engineering, building on a prior background in mechatronics and industrial maintenance, which has given me a strong practical and technical understanding of electrical and electromechanical systems.

I have been involved in different environments, from consulting to entrepreneurial initiatives, developing a problem-solving mindset and a focus on continuous improvement.

I am motivated to keep learning, take on new technical challenges, and collaborate within teams. I am open to connecting with professionals and organizations in the industrial and technology sectors to share knowledge and explore opportunities for growth and collaboration.

I have always been driven by a curiosity to understand how systems work. I am currently pursuing studies in Electrical Engineering, building on a prior background in mechatronics and industrial maintenance, which has given me a strong practical and t... Show more

Dhrubajyoti Maiti

Dhrubajyoti Maiti

Seasoned software IT professional with 25 years of extensive industry experience spanning multiple domains and technologies. Onsite experience of handling global and governmental clients in US, UK

• 5 years of product management, 12 years of project and program management experience and 7 years of hands on Mainframes development experience.

• Extensive experience in successfully delivering multiple, concurrent, highly complex, new development, enhancements, integration, transformation for various fortune 500 companies within scope, cost & schedule and with high quality to the extreme delight of the customers.

• Sound experience in analysis, architecture, design, development, customization, deployment and integration of software solutions using Mainframes, Java/J2EE, DevOps and agile methodology.

• Excellent onshore experience managing customer projects and programs in the USA for 7 years (2011 – 2018) from IBM for its esteemed clientele like Oncor Electric, Caterpillar, Marriott International, Walmart, National Grid, Eversource Energy, Southern California Edison.

Seasoned software IT professional with 25 years of extensive industry experience spanning multiple domains and technologies. Onsite experience of handling global and governmental clients in US, UK • 5 years of product management, 12 years of proje... Show more

Markus Höfling

Markus Höfling

- B.Sc. and Dipl.-Wi.-Ing. in Economic Mathematics and Industrial Engineering with a major in Advanced Data Analytics
- former: Working Student ML & Software Development @ Siemens Energy, T-Systems MMS, Accenture, and DevBoost
- speaker @DecompileD Conference in Dresden about "Recommender Systems using Graph Neural Networks"
- lightning talk @programmiercon at Lotum in Bad Nauheim about "Beyond Vibe Coding"

- B.Sc. and Dipl.-Wi.-Ing. in Economic Mathematics and Industrial Engineering with a major in Advanced Data Analytics - former: Working Student ML & Software Development @ Siemens Energy, T-Systems MMS, Accenture, and DevBoost - speaker @DecompileD... Show more

Parul Kapur

Parul Kapur

Parul Kapur leads planning for Shell’s Gulf of America assets, where he focuses on helping teams turn operational complexity into clear, decision-ready insights. He’s been closely involved in shaping the thinking and design behind the Smart Ecosystem (Smart Eco), a Microsoft Power Platform–based planning approach built collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team. Parul is passionate about practical digital transformation that empowers people, improves decision quality, and scales through tools teams actually want to use.

Parul Kapur leads planning for Shell’s Gulf of America assets, where he focuses on helping teams turn operational complexity into clear, decision-ready insights. He’s been closely involved in shaping the thinking and design behind the Smart Ecosystem... Show more

Deborah Jones

Deborah Jones

I’m a Microsoft MVP in the Data Platform who didn’t take a traditional path into tech. My career started far from data, but curiosity and timing led me to volunteer at work when Power BI was first introduced. What began as helping out turned into a passion for transforming information into insights people could actually use.

As technology continues to evolve, I’ve learned that data is not just about tools. It is about people. Real change happens when people feel seen, supported, and part of the process. I try to bring that mindset into every project and session I lead.

I’m a lifelong learner who is always adapting to keep up with change. My goal is to help others do the same, especially those who never imagined themselves working in data, and to show that it is never too late to start learning something new

I’m a Microsoft MVP in the Data Platform who didn’t take a traditional path into tech. My career started far from data, but curiosity and timing led me to volunteer at work when Power BI was first introduced. What began as helping out turned into a p... Show more

Dr. Mohammed Abdul Matheen

Dr. Mohammed Abdul Matheen

Dr. Mohammed Abdul Matheen is an experienced educator, researcher, and educational technology leader with over a decade of experience in teaching and academic leadership. He holds a Ph.D. in Wireless Sensor Networks and has previously served in roles such as Academic Supervisor, Head of Department, EdTech Leader, and Exam Supervisor.

Currently, Dr. Matheen works as a Cross-Curricular Program Coach at Al Rowad International School, where he supports the implementation of NUVU Studios (NUVU X) learning models. In this role, he helps students and teachers engage in interdisciplinary, project-based learning that promotes creativity, critical thinking, and real-world problem solving.

His interests include AI in education, emerging technologies, and innovative learning design, and he is passionate about empowering students with future-ready skills through experiential and technology-enabled learning.

Dr. Mohammed Abdul Matheen is an experienced educator, researcher, and educational technology leader with over a decade of experience in teaching and academic leadership. He holds a Ph.D. in Wireless Sensor Networks and has previously served in roles... Show more

Anastasia Strizh

Anastasia Strizh

Anastasia Strizh is the Head of the Business Analysis Department at Exadel, where she leads a global team of over 80 Business Analysts across multiple regions. With more than 10 years of international experience, she combines a strategic mindset with a deep understanding of cross-cultural team dynamics.

Her professional journey includes managing EU-funded energy projects in Italy and driving industrial product development in China. At Exadel, Anastasia has designed and implemented key operational processes — from end-to-end employee lifecycle management to performance frameworks, bench strategy, and professional development planning. She was the architect behind a global Resource Management Organization that optimized staffing across the company, and launched an internal recognition ecosystem that significantly boosted team engagement.

Anastasia is known for building scalable, human-centric management systems that balance business needs with personal growth — and for turning process thinking into a culture driver.

Anastasia Strizh is the Head of the Business Analysis Department at Exadel, where she leads a global team of over 80 Business Analysts across multiple regions. With more than 10 years of international experience, she combines a strategic mindset with... Show more

Andrii Katolyk

Andrii Katolyk

Senior Software Engineer at LichtBlick SE

Senior Software Engineer at LichtBlick SE Show more

Fabian Pleye

Fabian Pleye

Fabian Pleye is Co-Founder and Managing Director at transcide, specializing in analytics engineering and modern data experiences. He helps organizations move beyond dashboards by building semantic models, data products and actionable insights that drive real decisions. With a strong background in sales and performance analytics, he bridges technical depth with practical business impact.

Fabian Pleye is Co-Founder and Managing Director at transcide, specializing in analytics engineering and modern data experiences. He helps organizations move beyond dashboards by building semantic models, data products and actionable insights that dr... Show more

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