Environment & Cleantech

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

Mercedes Castillo Rangel

Mercedes Castillo Rangel

Licenciada en Tecnologías de la Información, con enfoque en análisis de datos y mejora continua. Con experiencia en entornos industriales aplicando análisis de datos para la toma de decisiones y con la iniciativa de apoyar la formación de mujeres en STEM/TECH, compartiendo casos prácticos y herramientas desde experiencias reales.

Licenciada en Tecnologías de la Información, con enfoque en análisis de datos y mejora continua. Con experiencia en entornos industriales aplicando análisis de datos para la toma de decisiones y con la iniciativa de apoyar la formación de mujeres en ... Show more

Ambarish Ganguly

Ambarish Ganguly

Microsoft Most Valuable Professional MVP AI | NASA Citizen Scientist; TCS Utilities Data and Analytics Practice Lead and Energy Trading and Risk Management Practice Lead | AWS Community Builder

Microsoft Most Valuable Professional MVP AI | NASA Citizen Scientist; TCS Utilities Data and Analytics Practice Lead and Energy Trading and Risk Management Practice Lead | AWS Community Builder Show more

Ssemaganda George

Ssemaganda George

Ssemaganda George is a Computer Scientist, the Lead for Quantum Uganda, and a tech innovator passionate about using technology for social good. He co-founded DirtTrails Safaris, promoting eco-tourism, leads HealthMaMa Ai a health-tech initiative to support expectant women, George leads CyberAI++, a platform automating security operations in tech systems. George is committed to creating solutions that improve health, education, economic opportunities and digital access for all in Uganda and Africa.

Ssemaganda George is a Computer Scientist, the Lead for Quantum Uganda, and a tech innovator passionate about using technology for social good. He co-founded DirtTrails Safaris, promoting eco-tourism, leads HealthMaMa Ai a health-tech initiative to ... Show more

Izis Filipaldi

Izis Filipaldi

For the past ten years, I've worked with agile frameworks, assisting communities and my teams in delivering products and cultivating a judgment-free environment.
My three main work focuses are continuous improvement of people's knowledge, product delivery, and work environment.
I'm an agile community partner in both Brazil and Germany.
My mission is to help people improve their knowledge and professional value within organizations while also fostering an environment with a strong agile culture.

For the past ten years, I've worked with agile frameworks, assisting communities and my teams in delivering products and cultivating a judgment-free environment. My three main work focuses are continuous improvement of people's knowledge, product de... Show more

Assal Halima

Assal Halima

Bonjour, moi c’est Halima. Je suis experte en données spatiales et systèmes d’information géographique (SIG), avec plusieurs années d’expérience dans le développement et l’analyse de données.

Au cours de mon parcours, j’ai travaillé comme développeuse et analyste data, ce qui m’a permis de concevoir des solutions SIG concrètes, de l’architecture des bases de données à la visualisation interactive et aux pipelines de traitement des données.

Je suis passionnée par le potentiel des données spatiales pour comprendre, simuler et modéliser le monde réel, et j’aime partager cette expertise avec la communauté afin d’inspirer de nouvelles approches et solutions.

Bonjour, moi c’est Halima. Je suis experte en données spatiales et systèmes d’information géographique (SIG), avec plusieurs années d’expérience dans le développement et l’analyse de données. Au cours de mon parcours, j’ai travaillé comme développ... Show more

Jose Gomez-Selles

Jose Gomez-Selles

Product Lead at VictoriaMetrics Cloud. In a previous life, he did a PhD for nanothings. Keys, metal and virtual racing.

Product Lead at VictoriaMetrics Cloud. In a previous life, he did a PhD for nanothings. Keys, metal and virtual racing. Show more

Bohdan Dmytryshyn

Bohdan Dmytryshyn

For 20 years Bohdan Dmytryshyn has provided expertise as Solution Architect, Project Manager and Data Analysis consultant in one of the biggest Ukrainian IT outsourcing companies. Altogether, Bohdan has gained 25 years of experience in the universe of data management and software application development (java and open-source stack) and all related fields of software engineering, project management and technology.

For 20 years Bohdan Dmytryshyn has provided expertise as Solution Architect, Project Manager and Data Analysis consultant in one of the biggest Ukrainian IT outsourcing companies. Altogether, Bohdan has gained 25 years of experience in the universe o... Show more

Johnny Waterschoot

Johnny Waterschoot

Strategic leader with experience driving business growth across corporate, startup, and consulting landscapes. Proven expertise in innovation strategy, business development, marketing, and venture acceleration. Adept at scaling startups, mentoring founders, and leading cross-functional teams in fast- paced, complex environments. Former executive at EY, Intel Capital, and IMEC, with global exposure and strong entrepreneurial acumen.

Strategic leader with experience driving business growth across corporate, startup, and consulting landscapes. Proven expertise in innovation strategy, business development, marketing, and venture acceleration. Adept at scaling startups, mentoring fo... Show more

Shalini Singh

Shalini Singh

I'm a developer passionate about making large language models work on small budgets. From full-stack apps to containerised AI workloads, I love building things that are clever, efficient, and production-ready—even without enterprise-level resources. Currently exploring how far Kubernetes can stretch when you're resource-conscious but ambition-heavy.

I'm a developer passionate about making large language models work on small budgets. From full-stack apps to containerised AI workloads, I love building things that are clever, efficient, and production-ready—even without enterprise-level resources. ... Show more

Sanika Chavan

Sanika Chavan

Sanika Chavan is an AI Engineer at IBM, creator of SpoonShare—ranked Top 3 globally in the Google Solution Challenge 2024. She is a Reliance Foundation YoungFellows, IIM-incubated entrepreneur, CEO & Co-founder, and liaison officer, driving real-world AI adoption and innovation.

Sanika Chavan is an AI Engineer at IBM, creator of SpoonShare—ranked Top 3 globally in the Google Solution Challenge 2024. She is a Reliance Foundation YoungFellows, IIM-incubated entrepreneur, CEO & Co-founder, and liaison officer, driving real-worl... Show more

Apurva Godghase

Apurva Godghase

Apurva is a Lead Computer Vision Engineer at Brambles, with over seven years of R&D experience across diverse industrial domains. At Brambles, she specializes in designing and deploying cutting-edge machine learning and computer vision IoT prototypes to enhance supply chain efficiencies. Previously, at Spectrum, she contributed to Industrial IoT R&D, focusing on machine learning for wireless access, video analytics, and predictive air quality modeling using edge device data. Her tenure at Lands’ End involved expertise in sales forecasting, pricing strategies, and product similarity analysis.
She has also conducted independent research on Large Language Models (LLMs), exploring their applications in supply chain solutions. She is also a member of the Harvard Business Review Advisory Council, a research community of business professionals. Passionate about the convergence of computer vision, NLP, and machine learning, she is dedicated to driving impactful advancements in technology and operational excellence.

Apurva is a Lead Computer Vision Engineer at Brambles, with over seven years of R&D experience across diverse industrial domains. At Brambles, she specializes in designing and deploying cutting-edge machine learning and computer vision IoT prototypes... Show more

Bruno Bossola

Bruno Bossola

Bruno got interested in computer programming when he was 12 years old. His career spans industries including banking, automotive, system integration and public administration. He is an experienced coder, Agile Coach, trained in XP/Scrum. He recently co-founded Meterian, a cyber security startup based in London. He is serious about developing software securely using agile best practices.

Bruno got interested in computer programming when he was 12 years old. His career spans industries including banking, automotive, system integration and public administration. He is an experienced coder, Agile Coach, trained in XP/Scrum. He recently ... Show more

Bartosz Lysakowski

Bartosz Lysakowski

Studied Forensic Science and Engineering as well as Land Use and Water Management at BTU Cottbus–Senftenberg. Later taught methods of forensic biological analysis, 3D printing, drones, LoRa, sensor technology, and open-source tools. For several years, worked in the Education Department at Cottbus Zoo. Since 2023, drone pilot and member of the EXPAND+ER project at BTU Cottbus–Senftenberg. Currently project coordinator at IQ@BB.

Studied Forensic Science and Engineering as well as Land Use and Water Management at BTU Cottbus–Senftenberg. Later taught methods of forensic biological analysis, 3D printing, drones, LoRa, sensor technology, and open-source tools. For several years... Show more

Alexander Kmoch

Alexander Kmoch

Alex is a Distributed Spatial Systems DevOps Tinkerer with many years of experience in geospatial data management and web- and cloud-based geoprocessing with a particular focus on land use, soils, hydrology, and water quality. His interests include open geospatial standards and web-services for location-based data sharing, modelling workflows, machine learning, and interactive geo-visualisation. Alex has been involved with web-based spatial data infrastructures for a long time as a developer, researcher and project leader. He is based at the Chair of Geoinformatics and Cartography at the Department of Geography of the University of Tartu.

Alex is a Distributed Spatial Systems DevOps Tinkerer with many years of experience in geospatial data management and web- and cloud-based geoprocessing with a particular focus on land use, soils, hydrology, and water quality. His interests include o... Show more

Christophe Martinot

Christophe Martinot

Christophe Martinot is an international speaker, transformation advisor, and author of SPIRAL UP®, a framework designed to help individuals, teams, and organizations grow stronger through agility and resilience.

A former executive with over two decades of leadership experience in FMCG, pharma, and medical devices, Christophe has held strategic roles at L’Oréal, Danone, Abbott, and Sanofi.

As Managing Director and Co-Founder of SeedingEnergy, he now guides organizations across the USA, UK, and Europe in redefining their ways of working, building cultures that are more agile, human-centered, and purpose-driven.

He is a co-author of the Agile Customer Centricity Manifesto, part of the global leadership group shaping Agile Marketing Manifesto 2.0, and a co-initiator of the Business Agility Hub.

Christophe also shares his passion for agility and transformation with the next generation of leaders, teaching Agile Ways of Working at IED Barcelona and as a guest professor at ESADE.

A pragmatic optimist, he brings energy, empathy, and real-world experience to every stage, inspiring leaders and teams to Spiral Up through every challenge.
He works fluently in English, French, and Spanish.

Christophe Martinot is an international speaker, transformation advisor, and author of SPIRAL UP®, a framework designed to help individuals, teams, and organizations grow stronger through agility and resilience. A former executive with over two de... Show more

David Aniebo

David Aniebo

I'm David Aniebo, a software development engineer interested in product quality, tooling, automation, and developer operations. I specialize in building scalable, high-performing, sustainable software solutions that consistently exceed business and user expectations.

I enjoy sharing insights with the developer community through speaking engagements and workshops.

I'm David Aniebo, a software development engineer interested in product quality, tooling, automation, and developer operations. I specialize in building scalable, high-performing, sustainable software solutions that consistently exceed business and u... Show more

Darshna Shah

Darshna Shah

Darshna is the Chief AI Officer at Elastacloud, with a PhD in Neuroscience and over 10 years of experience delivering enterprise AI solutions across Finance, Legal, Energy, and Sustainability. Proven track record in building machine learning solutions, multi-agent AI systems, aligning AI strategy with business goals, and leading cross-functional teams to deliver measurable commercial impact. Recognised Microsoft AI MVP (5years), mentor, established conference speaker (Tech(K)now, Microsoft conferences (Future Decoded, Build, Ignite), DPS Days, Cloud Brew, UK Azure meetup, SQL Bits), and community leader (organiser of Data Science London, 10k+ members). Passionate about responsible AI, sustainability, and translating cutting-edge research into real-world impact.

Darshna is the Chief AI Officer at Elastacloud, with a PhD in Neuroscience and over 10 years of experience delivering enterprise AI solutions across Finance, Legal, Energy, and Sustainability. Proven track record in building machine learning solution... Show more

Dr Bharti Bisht

Dr Bharti Bisht

Bharti Bisht, is Assistant Professor in DPG Institute of Technology & Management, Gurgaon, India. She has published paper in IEEE Digital Library and even presented her papers in International Conferences. She is active participant of various workshops and seminars conducted by educational institutions. Her interest area is Software Reusability, Data Mining and AI.

Bharti Bisht, is Assistant Professor in DPG Institute of Technology & Management, Gurgaon, India. She has published paper in IEEE Digital Library and even presented her papers in International Conferences. She is active participant of variou... Show more

Thomas Thibault

Thomas Thibault

Designer et chercheur en écoconception au sein de Designers Éthiques, Thomas co-mène le projet de recherche Limites Numériques : une collaboration entre designers et chercheurs·euses en informatique et en design sur les formes, fonctions et usages d'un numérique s'inscrivant des les limites planétaires. Il a co-dirigé pendant 10 ans le studio de design numérique Praticable et est président de l'association de critique des technologies le Mouton Numérique.

Designer et chercheur en écoconception au sein de Designers Éthiques, Thomas co-mène le projet de recherche Limites Numériques : une collaboration entre designers et chercheurs·euses en informatique et en design sur les formes, fonctions et usages d'... Show more

John Helveston

John Helveston

John Paul (JP) is an Associate Professor at George Washington University in the Department of Engineering Management and Systems Engineering. His research focuses on understanding how consumer preferences, market dynamics, and policy affect the emergence and adoption of low-carbon technologies, such as electric vehicles and renewable energy technologies. He also studies the critical relationship between the US and China in developing and mass producing these technologies. He has expertise in discrete choice modeling, conjoint analysis, survey design, exploratory data analysis, interview-based research methods, the R programming language, China, and the global electric vehicle industry. He speaks fluent Mandarin Chinese and has conducted extensive fieldwork in China. John holds a Ph.D. and M.S. in Engineering and Public Policy from Carnegie Mellon University and a B.S. in Engineering Science and Mechanics (ESM) from Virginia Tech.

John Paul (JP) is an Associate Professor at George Washington University in the Department of Engineering Management and Systems Engineering. His research focuses on understanding how consumer preferences, market dynamics, and policy affect the emerg... Show more

Vishal Sharma

Vishal Sharma

As Software Engineering leader, I bring over 20 years of expertise in enterprise architecture and digital transformation. By leading cross-functional teams, I enable the delivery of secure, scalable solutions that optimize operations and enhance client engagement. My efforts focus on integrating innovative technologies to align with strategic business goals, resulting in measurable outcomes for stakeholders.

With a strong foundation in business architecture and fintech innovation, I excel in modernizing platforms to meet evolving industry demands. Equipped with certifications such as TOGAF, I prioritize seamless system integration, cost efficiency, and regulatory alignment to drive long-term value for organizations. Passionate about solving complex challenges, I work collaboratively to empower teams and achieve sustainable success.

As Software Engineering leader, I bring over 20 years of expertise in enterprise architecture and digital transformation. By leading cross-functional teams, I enable the delivery of secure, scalable solutions that optimize operations and enhance clie... Show more

Vidura Wijekoon

Vidura Wijekoon

I am a Senior AI/ML Engineer focused on Technical Leadership, bridging the gap between theoretical research and scalable, real-world production systems. My career sits at the intersection of hands-on engineering, team management, and strategic innovation.

​Currently, as a Senior Software Engineer & Line Manager at Virtusa, I lead teams in defining the Solution Architecture for complex Machine Learning and Generative AI applications. I specialize in deploying these robust, cloud-native systems on AWS, balancing rigorous technical execution with talent development and delivery management.

​My perspective on AI is deeply informed by my previous role as Co-founder & COO of Trinet Innovations. That experience honed my ability to translate technical possibilities into tangible business value and societal impact, driven by a philosophy of "AI for all."

​Beyond corporate delivery, I am committed to advancing the global AI ecosystem. I am an active researcher and passionate educator, having executed over 45 diverse AI projects, conducted 50+ technical workshops, and mentored nearly 350 students, professionals, and startup founders globally.

​I am always open to connecting on innovative R&D collaborations, high-impact societal projects, and leadership opportunities.

I am a Senior AI/ML Engineer focused on Technical Leadership, bridging the gap between theoretical research and scalable, real-world production systems. My career sits at the intersection of hands-on engineering, team management, and strategic innova... Show more

Abubakar Shehu Idris

Abubakar Shehu Idris

Abubakar Shehu Idris is an entrepreneur and the CEO & Cofounder of Stonetech, a technology and innovation organization supporting initiatives that create meaningful impact across Africa. He has a degree in Computer Science, an MBA in Entrepreneurship, and certifications in cybersecurity, AI, blockchain, and data science among other advanced technology fields.

At Stonetech, Abubakar works with innovators, startups, creatives, institutions, and communities to develop and scale solutions that address social, economic, and environmental challenges. The organization focuses on digital education and skills, empowering the creative economy, accelerating startups and innovation, and promoting the responsible use of technology for social good.

He is passionate about nurturing talent, fostering innovation, and helping ideas move from potential to performance. Through his work, Abubakar supports resilient ecosystems, inclusive opportunities, and sustainable growth across Africa, while championing the adoption of emerging technologies to solve real-world problems.

Abubakar Shehu Idris is an entrepreneur and the CEO & Cofounder of Stonetech, a technology and innovation organization supporting initiatives that create meaningful impact across Africa. He has a degree in Computer Science, an MBA in Entrepreneurship... Show more

Nikki Maginn

Nikki Maginn

Nikki Maginn is a powerhouse at the intersection of engineering excellence and
human-centered leadership. A nuclear engineer, pilot, and former Division I athlete from the
University of Tennessee, she brings a rare blend of grit, curiosity, and compassion to every
stage she steps on. Nikki holds a B.S. in Nuclear Engineering and has complemented her
technical foundation with advanced leadership and management training throughout her career.
Currently, Nikki is the founder of Inside Out Engineering, a groundbreaking initiative that delivers
emotional intelligence training to engineers in industry, academia, and beyond. She is also an
advisor and coach to organizations seeking to build cultures of accountability, trust, and
innovation through people-first leadership.
Her career path spans high-stakes roles across the nuclear, logistics, and technology sectors.
As Director of Program Management at the largest material handling and logistics manufacturer
in the country, she drove multimillion-dollar cross-functional programs while cultivating cultures
of accountability, trust, and psychological safety. Prior to that, she held executive leadership
roles in the nuclear startup space, directing engineering operations for small modular reactor
development. Here Nikki negotiated nuclear fuel contracts, built partnerships with global nuclear
suppliers, ran new product development to ensure the ultimate safety and program performance
in one of the most demanding technical environments on earth.
In parallel with her technical and leadership work, Nikki has been a lifelong advocate for mental
health and emotional well-being in STEM. She has conducted research and facilitated programs
on emotional intelligence, resilience, and workplace culture, translating insights from psychology
and behavioral science into actionable tools for engineers and technical leaders. She has also
founded and led mentorship programs, women’s networks, and engineering education outreach
initiatives, ensuring that the next generation of engineers—especially women in STEM—enter
the field with both the technical expertise and human skills to thrive.
Nikki speaks and writes on topics ranging from courageous leadership and emotional
intelligence in technical fields to building mentorship cultures and leading with authenticity in
male-dominated industries. Her story challenges traditional notions of leadership—and reminds
us that empathy is not a soft skill; it is a core skill for the future of work.

Nikki Maginn is a powerhouse at the intersection of engineering excellence and human-centered leadership. A nuclear engineer, pilot, and former Division I athlete from the University of Tennessee, she brings a rare blend of grit, curiosity, and com... Show more

Chris Boose

Chris Boose

I have a foundation in system development, automation, UX design, and tech consulting. With extensive experience across a wide array of programming languages and platforms, I excel in architecting and delivering innovative, user-centric solutions that drive operational efficiency and business impact.

I have worked with AI-driven systems for clients using tools such as Azure AI, Power Platform's AI, and Copilot Studio, focusing on intelligent automation, adaptive interfaces, and seamless digital experiences. My background includes contributions to customer service, government, and financial sectors, where I've leveraged various technology solutions to streamline complex processes and enhance decision-making.

A proponent of sustainable business practices, I bring a strategic lens to technology implementation—ensuring solutions are not only cutting-edge but also aligned with long-term organizational values. My ability to bridge technical execution with thoughtful design and industry insight makes me a valuable asset in any forward-thinking enterprise.

I have a foundation in system development, automation, UX design, and tech consulting. With extensive experience across a wide array of programming languages and platforms, I excel in architecting and delivering innovative, user-centric solutions tha... Show more

Hallvard Nygård

Hallvard Nygård

Architect at Storebrand by day. Making a better society by night. Transparency, openness, and evaluating security and privacy in various systems. Managing Norway's largest database of public records, covering 686 authorities. Holding power to account.

Some previous presentations:
- BSides Oslo 2024 - Keynote - Exploring the World of Ethical Hacking: From Web Vulnerabilities to Election Security (partial recording - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VwWPzRceCgs)
- HelloStavanger 2024 - 5 sikkerhetsfeil hos Storebrand (not recorded)
- Javazone 2020 - Overvåke gata eller finne korrupsjon Norges data er ferdig indeksert, https://vimeo.com/showcase/7568031/video/459871711
- ISF Høstkonferansen 2018 + Meetups 2018 (OWASP Oslo / Javabin Sørlandet) - Walk-through of responsible disclosures I've done
- Javazone 2017 - Lightning talk - Æ fant data, https://2017.javazone.no/program/a181ba49a1e1450c9a37d0d793a3e4ec

Architect at Storebrand by day. Making a better society by night. Transparency, openness, and evaluating security and privacy in various systems. Managing Norway's largest database of public records, covering 686 authorities. Holding power to account... Show more

Franziska Brenner

Franziska Brenner

Franziska Brenner (M.A.) studierte Geschichtswissenschaft, Romanistik, Deutsch als Fremdsprache, Soziologie und Erziehungswissenschaft in Bielefeld, Sevilla, Magdeburg und Roskilde. Seit 2019 arbeitet sie als wissenschaftliche Mitarbeiterin im Team E-Learning der Universität Leipzig. Neben ihrer Mitarbeit und Koordination im Verbundprojekt Digitalisierung der Hochschulbildung Sachsen in der Programmlinie Digital Change Agents baute sie das universitätsweite Netzwerk Lehre.Digital auf. Im Rahmen ihrer Promotion beschäftigt sie sich mit der Rolle von Hochschullehrenden vor dem Hintergrund von KI.

Franziska Brenner (M.A.) studierte Geschichtswissenschaft, Romanistik, Deutsch als Fremdsprache, Soziologie und Erziehungswissenschaft in Bielefeld, Sevilla, Magdeburg und Roskilde. Seit 2019 arbeitet sie als wissenschaftliche Mitarbeiterin im Team E... Show more

Bonny Mcclain

Bonny Mcclain

Highlighting place and location as memory, audiences explore our interactions with ecosystems revealing that what appears completely factual is often, not factually complete. Recognized as a leading voice in thinking beyond words to illuminate climate science and the human impact on our planetary boundaries, Bonny describes storytelling as where perception and truth create friction. Her expertise transforms raw data into compelling narratives that drive impactful decision-making.

Highlighting place and location as memory, audiences explore our interactions with ecosystems revealing that what appears completely factual is often, not factually complete. Recognized as a leading voice in thinking beyond words to illuminate climat... Show more

Derrick Tsorme

Derrick Tsorme

A builder at heart, Derrick Tsorme is a Product Designer at Axmed, committed to making technology more human. With a unique background that blends a design-first mindset with data and public health insights, he specializes in creating simple, usable interfaces for complex systems. He is a recognized community leader and educator, sharing his hands-on experience from companies like Yellow Card, Hubtel, Inpath, etc and through his personal projects.

A builder at heart, Derrick Tsorme is a Product Designer at Axmed, committed to making technology more human. With a unique background that blends a design-first mindset with data and public health insights, he specializes in creating simple, usable ... Show more

Alexander Karan

Alexander Karan

Alexander has been a full-stack developer for twelve years and is currently part of the Cloud FinOps team at Atlassian.

A full-stack developer with twelve years of experience. He previously ran an App development agency, managing various teams across design and development, leading web, backend and native mobile app developers in Australia and Europe.

Alexander's strengths are system architecture design and communicating complicated tech to everyday people. He has helped scale tech at numerous startups and is passionate about making a positive difference.

When not working, you can find him writing tech articles and teaching Javascript and React at SheCodes, an initiative helping to get more women into tech. He regularly gives talks on various topics, focusing on the impact the technology we build can have.

Alexander is devastated by the state of the world, loves a good political rant and can often be swearing at no one in particular. He enjoys building things in JavaScript, Deno and Node.

Alexander has been a full-stack developer for twelve years and is currently part of the Cloud FinOps team at Atlassian. A full-stack developer with twelve years of experience. He previously ran an App development agency, managing various teams acr... Show more

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