Environment & Cleantech

Skilled professionals dedicated to innovative technologies and practices that reduce environmental impact and promote sustainability

Elaine Villatoro

Elaine Villatoro

Elaine Villatoro is a passionate advocate for sustainable travel who firmly believes in the power of travel to transform individuals for the better. As the founder of Live More, Travel More (LMTM), she raises awareness and inspires travelers to positively impact the places they visit, while connecting them with destinations and businesses committed to sustainability. Featured on renowned platforms such as Tripadvisor, Skyscanner, and Newsweek, Elaine specializes in Sustainable Travel since 2018. Her expertise was further solidified in 2024 with a Sustainable Tourism Destination Management certificate from Cornell University. In December 2022, LMTM received an Honorable Mention in the media category at the Braztoa Sustainability Award, celebrating its successful SEO and content strategies.

Elaine Villatoro is a passionate advocate for sustainable travel who firmly believes in the power of travel to transform individuals for the better. As the founder of Live More, Travel More (LMTM), she raises awareness and inspires travelers to posit... Show more

Ayon Roy

Ayon Roy

Imagine a world where cutting-edge technology teams up with unyielding passion to take on the biggest challenges of our time. That's where I come in. I'm Ayon Roy, and I'm not just about crunching numbers and lines of code.

I'm on a mission to leverage the extraordinary capabilities of Data Science, Machine Learning, and Artificial Intelligence to tackle the pressing issues of sustainability and climate change.

What truly fires me up is the idea of using AI to tackle sustainability and climate-related challenges. I've had my fair share of adventures in the world of Data Science, AI, and ML, having hopped through various internships. Right now, I'm proudly wearing the hat of an Executive Data Scientist at NielsenIQ, where I get to channel my passion into meaningful projects.

However, my journey doesn't stop at my day job—I'm deeply involved in giving back to the community. I spend time mentoring hackathons and boot camps, helping budding tech enthusiasts find their way.

When it comes to speaking, I'm no stranger to the stage. I've stood in front of audiences around the world, delivering over 70 technical talks at international and national conferences, as well as meetups. From India to the USA, Ireland to Nigeria, and even Japan, I've taken the stage physically and virtually, adapting to different formats and keeping the crowd engaged.

But I'm not just about speaking; I'm also a firm believer in hands-on involvement. I've mentored over 100 hackathons, collaborating with prestigious institutions like John Hopkins School of Medicine, Jawaharlal Nehru University, IIT Madras, and Delhi University. It's my way of giving back and nurturing the next wave of innovators.

One of my proudest achievements is organizing India's First Kaggle Days Meetup in Delhi NCR, a platform that brings together minds hungry for knowledge and collaboration. And yes, I also indulge in reviewing technical books because staying ahead of the curve matters to me.

If you want to know more about me, check out my Personal Website (https://ayon-roy.netlify.app) or connect with me on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/ayon-roy/). I'm excited about the chance to share my journey, insights, and passions with your event. Let's make it awesome together!

Imagine a world where cutting-edge technology teams up with unyielding passion to take on the biggest challenges of our time. That's where I come in. I'm Ayon Roy, and I'm not just about crunching numbers and lines of code. I'm on a mission to le... Show more

Adam Jackson

Adam Jackson

Adam is the Partner Alliance and Community lead at Advancing Analytics - a Microsoft Data & AI Specialised Partner and Databricks Select Partner. Over the past 15 years, Adam has led tech community efforts at companies including Microsoft and Green Software Foundation. He is passionate about lifting up voices of underrepresented communities. In his spare time, he has a keen interest in green tech, including EVs, solar and battery technology.

Adam is the Partner Alliance and Community lead at Advancing Analytics - a Microsoft Data & AI Specialised Partner and Databricks Select Partner. Over the past 15 years, Adam has led tech community efforts at companies including Microsoft and Green S... Show more

Samara Neiva

Samara Neiva

I am an international expert in Smart & Sustainable Cities, with over a decade of experience combining academic research, public policy advisory, and real-world project implementation in urban innovation.

I am an international expert in Smart & Sustainable Cities, with over a decade of experience combining academic research, public policy advisory, and real-world project implementation in urban innovation. Show more

Leanora Horne

Leanora Horne

Using digital strategy, lateral thinking and communication skills to hold large companies accountable for their climate impact, through carbon tracking through digital products, designing IoT products fit for heavy industry.

Using digital strategy, lateral thinking and communication skills to hold large companies accountable for their climate impact, through carbon tracking through digital products, designing IoT products fit for heavy industry. Show more

Anne Dhir

Anne Dhir

Anne is a service designer and creative strategist.
She is passionate about achieving sustainable growth by tackling complex systems and balancing the interests of organisations, customers, staff, and the planet. She helps organisations find the path from intention to delivery and learn to design for themselves.
She is a ‘design magpie’, sharing insights across sectors and pushing the boundaries of design by learning from other disciplines.

Anne is a service designer and creative strategist. She is passionate about achieving sustainable growth by tackling complex systems and balancing the interests of organisations, customers, staff, and the planet. She helps organisations find the pat... Show more

Ben Dodd

Ben Dodd

Benedict is an accomplished and energetic digital leader, Chief Product & Technology Officer (CPTO) and start-up founder (1 exit), working across financial services, health, energy, media and government. He has 20 years of experience supporting brands by leading the development and deployment of innovative data, analytics, and technology products and solutions that solve their customers’ greatest needs and challenges.

As a founder, Ben has hands-on experience navigating challenges of early growth and scalability, building strong trust-based and commercial relationships with customers and stakeholders. As a resilient commercial leader, regularly developing and negotiating contracts worth £1m+, he built a consultancy with £6.5m/year turnover and 50+ people.

Ben is a rare leader with hands-on experience of the entire digital process, from marketing, design, coding and infrastructure to commercial sales, value prop development and mobilising energised teams-of-teams implementing transformational technologies. He is purpose driven and, as an accomplished speaker, enjoys sharing ideas for the future with the broader community.

Benedict is an accomplished and energetic digital leader, Chief Product & Technology Officer (CPTO) and start-up founder (1 exit), working across financial services, health, energy, media and government. He has 20 years of experience supporting brand... Show more

Parth Patel

Parth Patel

Parth Girish Patel has 17 years of extensive experience in the software industry, encompassing technology leadership and software development roles. Parth's expertise lies in machine learning, environmental sustainability, and application modernization, coupled with expediting clients' transition to cloud services. He adeptly assists clients by comprehending their unique circumstances and steering them towards accomplishing their objectives. He excels in various domains, including application development, DevOps, cloud infrastructure, and security.

Parth Girish Patel has 17 years of extensive experience in the software industry, encompassing technology leadership and software development roles. Parth's expertise lies in machine learning, environmental sustainability, and application modernizati... Show more

Kennedy Kamande

Kennedy Kamande

Kennedy Kamande is an Environmental and Climate Diplomacy Expert, Digital Champion, Columnist, Researcher, and a Youth Leader dedicated to shaping a climate-conscious, data-driven, and digitally empowered future.

With experience from UNEP, NVIDIA, Xetova, and NCBA Bank, he works at the intersection of AI, technology, and policy to drive climate resilience, digital sustainability, and ethical AI governance.

As a Machine Learning Researcher, Kennedy is advancing sustainable AI and low-carbon computing for a net-zero ICT sector. He is pioneering climate-focused AI solutions like DeepPlastic Watch Tool, promotes digital literacy across Africa, and influences key ICT and environmental policies.

Kennedy is championing a just, plastic-free transition and digital climate resilience in Kenya. He has published 50+ articles in leading Kenyan newspapers on AI, data science, cybersecurity, and tech policy.

Kennedy Kamande is an Environmental and Climate Diplomacy Expert, Digital Champion, Columnist, Researcher, and a Youth Leader dedicated to shaping a climate-conscious, data-driven, and digitally empowered future. With experience from UNEP, NVIDIA,... Show more

Chris White

Chris White

I love figuring out how to make technology, policy, and human behavior come together so that everyone comes out ahead. My job lets me work on stratgies, policies, and deployment plans that connect people to electric transportation.

I work for Kittelson & Associated, an diverse transportation engineering company that focuses on transportation safety, emerging technology, and getting people out of their cars and on to bikes, buses, and walking/rolling. I spend my days figuring out to transition to zero emission vehicles and in a manner that is equitable, inclusive, and beneficial to everyone. It's exciting and I learn something new every day.

My other passion is coaching, mentoring, and facilitation. I enjoy helping my friends and colleagues grow their interests and capabilities. It’s awesome to play some small role in dynamic teams that put ideas into action.

I love figuring out how to make technology, policy, and human behavior come together so that everyone comes out ahead. My job lets me work on stratgies, policies, and deployment plans that connect people to electric transportation. I work for Kitt... Show more

Collins Wanjiku

Collins Wanjiku

Collins Wanjiku is a passionate graphic designer, UI/UX enthusiast, and branding specialist with a keen eye for clean, minimalist design. As the Co-Lead of the Graphics Design Club at Meru University, he actively nurtures creativity and innovation among digital creatives. Studying Electrical Engineering at Meru University, Collins blends technology with design.

Beyond design, he is an advocate for sustainable tech, aiming to empower creatives—photographers, game developers, and video editors—through innovation. He is also growing his presence on LinkedIn, showcasing high-quality branding designs, posters, and billboards to attract top companies.

Collins believes that in the digital world, creativity isn’t just an art—it’s a powerful tool for influence, engagement, and transformation

Collins Wanjiku is a passionate graphic designer, UI/UX enthusiast, and branding specialist with a keen eye for clean, minimalist design. As the Co-Lead of the Graphics Design Club at Meru University, he actively nurtures creativity and innovation am... Show more

Pini Reznik

Pini Reznik

Pini Reznik is a seasoned technology leader with extensive experience in the software industry. He is the CEO and Co-Founder of re:cinq, a pioneering Green Software Services business that empowers organisations to reduce their carbon footprint through innovative software solutions.

Pini Reznik is a seasoned technology leader with extensive experience in the software industry. He is the CEO and Co-Founder of re:cinq, a pioneering Green Software Services business that empowers organisations to reduce their carbon footprint throug... Show more

Fedy Ben Hassouna

Fedy Ben Hassouna

Fedy BEN HASSOUNA is a passionate AI and Machine Learning engineer with a strong background in computer vision, cloud computing, and MLOps. He has worked on various AI-driven projects, ranging from wind turbine failure prediction using SCADA data to developing a hands-free eye blink-controlled Dino game using OpenCV, MediaPipe, and PyAutoGUI.

Fedy has also conducted research on tree biomass estimation using remote sensing imagery, integrating AI for environmental sustainability. His expertise extends to deploying machine learning models on cloud platforms like Google Cloud and Azure, optimizing AI pipelines for efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

In addition to his technical work, Fedy has been actively involved in teaching AI, delivering workshops and presentations on AI's role in ecology and sustainability. He is currently working on Azure-based AI solutions and MLOps, focusing on cost-efficient deployment strategies for large-scale AI models.

Fedy BEN HASSOUNA is a passionate AI and Machine Learning engineer with a strong background in computer vision, cloud computing, and MLOps. He has worked on various AI-driven projects, ranging from wind turbine failure prediction using SCADA data to ... Show more

Marc Diensberg

Marc Diensberg

Marc Diensberg is a senior IT professional specialized in FinOps and GreenOps. As Lead FinOps Consultant in Amadeus he is a thought leader and drives the culture change needed to adopt these two emerging practices in Amadeus thanks to his interdisciplinary background with experience in development, DevOps & SRE as well as project management, finance, and business development.

He loves working and promoting in a multi-cultural environment where different views and approaches are welcome and used to find innovative, out-of-the-box solutions for any problem. While he is currently based in Munich, Germany, he has also worked in India and France in the past.

Marc Diensberg is a senior IT professional specialized in FinOps and GreenOps. As Lead FinOps Consultant in Amadeus he is a thought leader and drives the culture change needed to adopt these two emerging practices in Amadeus thanks to his interdiscip... Show more

Urša Šolc

Urša Šolc

Urša Šolc works as a Public Relations Manager at the Geological Survey of Slovenia, a public research institute, focusing on planning, managing and implementing work in the Public Relations and Publications Unit and coordinating project groups at national and international level. She has coordinated the EIT RawMaterials RIS Hub Adria since its establishment in 2018. She has 20 years of experience in private and public sector organisations and has worked on numerous national and international projects in the fields of raw materials, circular economy, sustainable energy sources, environmental protection, spatial development, conservation of natural and cultural heritage.

Urša Šolc works as a Public Relations Manager at the Geological Survey of Slovenia, a public research institute, focusing on planning, managing and implementing work in the Public Relations and Publications Unit and coordinating project groups at nat... Show more

Claus Oustrup

Claus Oustrup

I am the COO and co-founder of Felicity Smart Infrastructure.
Felicity's purpose is to minimize CO2, light pollution and drive safer roads.
I am proud to be working in a great team on technology and services which deliver tangible results across geographies. Delivering outcomes which have immediate impact is a great motivator that accelerates our environmentally friendly Ai technologies.

I am the COO and co-founder of Felicity Smart Infrastructure. Felicity's purpose is to minimize CO2, light pollution and drive safer roads. I am proud to be working in a great team on technology and services which deliver tangible results across ge... Show more

Dian van Heijningen

Dian van Heijningen

I'm a Product Owner of a Cloud Engineering & Enablement team at a Governmental Software company called Wigo4it, which builds Social Security software. I was part of the digital transformation Wigo4it made from a old-fashioned traditional company to a fully focused Cloud and DevOps organization.

With my enthusiasm and creativity, I like to help organizations gain new insights to become more Cloud and DevOps-oriented. I'm fascinated by the fact that people have a fixed mindset and I always try to inspire others in a unique way to be more successful.

I'm a frequent speaker at various conferences. Last year I delivered sessions at events like Techorama, Microsoft Belgium Government Day, International Product owner Day, Azure Meet-ups, and many more. Microsoft often asks me to give customer case presentations about our transformation.

Lately the greening of IT has gained more of my interest. A topic that seems to not be considered while we're all building new software and services. It's time for the World to add the greening of IT to our digital transformations as well.

You can always contact me to talk about subjects like: DevOps, Cloud Computing, Sustainable IT, and Growth Mindset.

I'm a Product Owner of a Cloud Engineering & Enablement team at a Governmental Software company called Wigo4it, which builds Social Security software. I was part of the digital transformation Wigo4it made from a old-fashioned traditional company to a... Show more

Daniel Theobald

Daniel Theobald

Daniel Theobald is a visionary leader in robotics, AI, and automation, with decades of experience at the forefront of innovation. With 67 issued patents and over 30 patents pending, Daniel has made significant contributions to shaping the future of intelligent technology.

Daniel achieved a perfect academic record at MIT and was chosen by the faculty as "the student who has achieved the highest academic standing and has exceptional potential for impact on technology and society." He was awarded the prestigious Henry Ford II Scholar award, and was chosen as both an NSF and Hertz Foundation Fellow. Daniel founded Vecna.com in 1998, pioneering advancements in robotics and healthcare access. He later co-founded MassRobotics.org, a non-profit organization driving the global robotics industry, and in 2018, founded VecnaRobotics.com, a global leader in autonomous forklift technology.

Daniel’s work extends beyond healthcare and industrial robotics into sustainable agriculture through TwistedFields.com, a research farm in beautiful San Gregorio, CA which provides free consulting and test space to startups in the agtech space. In 2024 he seed funded Rotate8.com, an amazing farm robotics company that is building multi-purpose solar-powered farming robots that farmers can actually afford.

Daniel does significant pro-bono work. He helps a number of VC firms with technical due diligence, and mentors numerous founders and startups. He provides free consulting to organizations trying to automate. He helps them differentiate robust, scalable solutions from hype, believing that automation project success benefits the industry as a whole. For larger projects, Daniel and his team at Mekable.com provide expert consulting, simulation and automation product/process development to help organizations large and small navigate their automation journey with confidence.

Daniel is a leader on the integration of AI, Robotics, and IoT into society, inspiring audiences to explore the transformative potential of technology to create a sustainable, equitable future.

Daniel Theobald is a visionary leader in robotics, AI, and automation, with decades of experience at the forefront of innovation. With 67 issued patents and over 30 patents pending, Daniel has made significant contributions to shaping the future of i... Show more

Kalindi Fonda

Kalindi Fonda

Tech for Nature

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Astrid Wynne

Astrid Wynne

Astrid is Head of Public Sector and Sustainability at Techbuyer, which specialises in sustainable solutions for Enterprise IT hardware. She is a Chartered Environmentalist and full member of the Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment (IEMA). Astrid has co-authored a number of academic papers on circular economy and energy efficiency in the IT sector and also lead the development of the Sustainability Best Practice whitepaper for the UK data centre sector through the DCA. Her current focus is industry training on sustainability and net zero through the delivery of IEMA certified courses at Techbuyer.

Astrid is Head of Public Sector and Sustainability at Techbuyer, which specialises in sustainable solutions for Enterprise IT hardware. She is a Chartered Environmentalist and full member of the Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment (I... Show more

Carolina Garcia

Carolina Garcia

Geographer is committed to the development of society and climate resilience, through research and the use of geospatial tools.

Geographer is committed to the development of society and climate resilience, through research and the use of geospatial tools. Show more

Jackie Grant

Jackie Grant

Dr. Jackie Grant taught biology and environmental science at Southern Utah University for 12 years before joining Grand Staircase Escalante Partners in 2024. During that time she established science-based partnerships with Federal land management agencies such as the Bureau of Land Management, National Park Service, Fish and Wildlife Service, and National Forest Service. She is the Vice President of the Utah Native Plant Society and served as the Vice President for Education and Outreach for the Society for Conservation Biology. Her broad expertise covers environmental genetics, native plants, pollinators, and active transportation. Dr. Grant was a Fulbright Scholar to New Zealand in 2023, where she learned about seed preservation from an Indigenous (Māori) perspective. She now directs Grand Staircase Escalante Partners, which is the official Friends Group of the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument.

Dr. Jackie Grant taught biology and environmental science at Southern Utah University for 12 years before joining Grand Staircase Escalante Partners in 2024. During that time she established science-based partnerships with Federal land management age... Show more

Arne Bartels

Arne Bartels

20+years of database and DataWarehouse development

20+years of database and DataWarehouse development Show more

Nicholas Musau

Nicholas Musau

I'm a Spatial Data Scientist

I'm a Spatial Data Scientist Show more

Dario Petrlić

Dario Petrlić

Experienced engineer & technical consultant with a strong background in the energy and HVAC sectors. His career spans consulting, engineering and business development across various companies and institutions for almost 19 years. Dario is a founder of Brainblockenergy LLC consultant company, where he serve as a consultant and advisor in emerging technologies, focusing on DC infrastructure, IoT, AI in HVAC, smart grids, micro-grids, and blockchain. At the forefront of developing next-generation solutions, Dario is focused to deliver comprehensive and cutting-edge strategies tailored to the clients needs. With an instinctive entrepreneurial spirit, Dario excel at stepping beyond comfort zones to drive transformative change.

Experienced engineer & technical consultant with a strong background in the energy and HVAC sectors. His career spans consulting, engineering and business development across various companies and institutions for almost 19 years. Dario is a founder o... Show more

David Gyulnazaryan

David Gyulnazaryan

David based in Nice, France is a Data Centre
Decarbonisation and Heat Reuse consultant with many years of experience in district heating, HVAC and data centre cooling. He worked for global heat transfer companies during the last 20 years and has a comprehensive approach for data
centre design.
David is committed to offer technical & ownership consulting services to his clients, with a special focus on the data centre industry and heat reuse applications for
different climates. His support based on carbon footprint analysis and climate profile provide the transparency and avoid the “greenwashing”.
He is well-known for representing the Open Compute Project Foundation (OCP) in the EMEA region and active participation in OCP Cooling Environments Project. He is also a member of Technology Committee at Infrastructural Masons (iMasons).

David based in Nice, France is a Data Centre Decarbonisation and Heat Reuse consultant with many years of experience in district heating, HVAC and data centre cooling. He worked for global heat transfer companies during the last 20 years and has a c... Show more

Dever Haffner-Ratliffe

Dever Haffner-Ratliffe

Dever Haffner-Ratliffe has worked in solar energy related roles for 15 years, including within the solar industry, state agencies, and utilities. She brings an honest and engaging introduction to solar for any audience.

Dever Haffner-Ratliffe has worked in solar energy related roles for 15 years, including within the solar industry, state agencies, and utilities. She brings an honest and engaging introduction to solar for any audience. Show more

Shan Zhang

Shan Zhang

Shan Zhang is a PhD candidate from Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences. Her research uses prospective life cycle assessment to assess potential environmental impacts of emerging battery technologies. She holds a master degree in Environmental Sciences, from Wageningen University. Her research interests lie in prospective life cycle assessment and metal criticality assessment.

Shan Zhang is a PhD candidate from Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences. Her research uses prospective life cycle assessment to assess potential environmental impacts of emerging battery technologies. She holds a master degree in Environmental... Show more

Rashi Agrawal

Rashi Agrawal

Rashi leads AI Engineering at GoodLeap, a leading FinTech startup revolutionizing sustainable energy financing. She orchestrates cross-functional teams across the globe, driving enterprise-wide AI transformation initiatives that optimize everything from customer engagement to loan processing and servicing.

Combining strategic vision with deep technical expertise, Rashi has pioneered AI-driven automation solutions, sophisticated risk assessment systems, and intelligent decision-making platforms that deliver tangible business outcomes through Generative AI and agentic AI platforms.

Before GoodLeap, Rashi led engineering teams at Yahoo, where she converted early challenges into notable successes, significantly expanding their advertising business. Her active involvement in engineering and leadership communities enriches her approach, seamlessly integrating technical innovation with strategic business transformation. Beyond her professional pursuits, Rashi is an enthusiastic world traveler who has explored over 40 countries, bringing valuable global perspectives to her leadership role.

Rashi leads AI Engineering at GoodLeap, a leading FinTech startup revolutionizing sustainable energy financing. She orchestrates cross-functional teams across the globe, driving enterprise-wide AI transformation initiatives that optimize everything f... Show more

Ernitia Paramasari

Ernitia Paramasari

Ernitia Paramasari is a data scientist and machine learning engineer with over four years of experience applying AI and data-driven solutions across various industries. With a master’s degree in Sustainable Energy Systems from The University of Edinburgh, she specializes in AI applications for environmental sustainability and social good. Ernitia is also a passionate educator, speaker, and mentor, actively sharing her knowledge in data science, AI for good, and career development at conferences, workshops, and bootcamps.

Ernitia Paramasari is a data scientist and machine learning engineer with over four years of experience applying AI and data-driven solutions across various industries. With a master’s degree in Sustainable Energy Systems from The University of Edinb... Show more

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