Environment & Cleantech

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

Sahil Shah

Sahil Shah

With a Master's in Energy Systems Engineering from the University of Michigan, my journey has led me to NextEra Energy Resources, where I harness renewable energy solutions. Our team's focus is on modeling Solar and Battery resources trends to drive sustainable practices forward.

Competent in AutoCAD and possessing a certification in SolidWorks, I am equipped to tackle the technical challenges of the energy sector. My role involves leveraging technoeconomic analysis to optimize energy projects, contributing to the goal of a cleaner, greener future.

With a Master's in Energy Systems Engineering from the University of Michigan, my journey has led me to NextEra Energy Resources, where I harness renewable energy solutions. Our team's focus is on modeling Solar and Battery resources trends to drive ... Show more

Chirchir Kipruto

Chirchir Kipruto

A native of the cloud and security advocate helping organisations scale smart, stay secure, and innovate without overspending.

A native of the cloud and security advocate helping organisations scale smart, stay secure, and innovate without overspending. Show more

Nishil Patel

Nishil Patel

I'm Nishil Patel, CEO and Co-Founder of BetterBugs, an innovative bug reporting tool designed to elevate software quality and make developer life easy.

when i am not coding , you can found me on mountains. I'm an avid trekker and hiker, having successfully summited Kilimanjaro (19,341ft) and five other peaks above 14,000 feet, I bring the same grit and determination to the outdoors as I do to building transformative tech.

I'm Nishil Patel, CEO and Co-Founder of BetterBugs, an innovative bug reporting tool designed to elevate software quality and make developer life easy. when i am not coding , you can found me on mountains. I'm an avid trekker and hiker, having su... Show more

Victor Olet

Victor Olet

Victor is a science enthusiast pursuing a doctoral degree in renewable energy at Curtin University. His research focuses on biomass valorization and eco-friendly plastics. He actively promotes chemical science as a committee member of the American Chemical Society's Australian Student Chapter. Victor also engages in science communication through CSIRO's STEM Professionals program.

As a Microsoft Learn Student Ambassador, he enhances his digital literacy and incorporates computational chemistry into his research. Victor's active contributions to the Windows Insider Program earned him the 2023 Windows Insider Most Valuable Professional Award, a testament to his impact in the Windows community.

Victor is a science enthusiast pursuing a doctoral degree in renewable energy at Curtin University. His research focuses on biomass valorization and eco-friendly plastics. He actively promotes chemical science as a committee member of the American Ch... Show more

Jay Chen

Jay Chen

Jay Chen is a thought leader at the crossroads of technology, ethics, and community-building. With a deep background in web3, and spiritual guidance, Jay is pioneering efforts to integrate blockchain, NFTs, and Web3 into communities in ways that drive positive social impact. As the founder of the LightDao Project and a Web3 Chaplain, he is dedicated to ensuring that innovation aligns with ethical values. Jay is also a Legacy #0308 holder with @ForbesWeb3, the UK Partner at @Avatar_Dao, an advocate for @Tiny__Vikings, UK Lead at @CW3UK, and a proud member of @SuperTeamUK.

Jay Chen is a thought leader at the crossroads of technology, ethics, and community-building. With a deep background in web3, and spiritual guidance, Jay is pioneering efforts to integrate blockchain, NFTs, and Web3 into communities in ways that driv... Show more

Katherine Peralta

Katherine Peralta

Ingeniera Mecánica, desde el 2021 fui impulsada por la formación tecnica de GRID Alternatives orientada a cerrar las brechas de género en la industria solar, desde entonces me he desarrollado en los distintos campos de aplicación del diseño y ventas de proyectos de energía solar en dos empresas antes de unirme a la empresa de mi pareja en este mismo rubro Aulexsol S.A. , además he tenido la oportunidad de contribuir a la capacitacion de nuevos colaboradores de la transición energética nacional, y continuo con proyectos de especialización continua y divulgacion de las energías limpias y renovables.

Ingeniera Mecánica, desde el 2021 fui impulsada por la formación tecnica de GRID Alternatives orientada a cerrar las brechas de género en la industria solar, desde entonces me he desarrollado en los distintos campos de aplicación del diseño y ventas... Show more

Colleen Lavin

Colleen Lavin

Colleen Lavin is the lead Developer Advocate at Particle, with a background in software development and product management. She’s worked with NASA and was featured on Gimlet Media’s Startup podcast. When she’s not playing with robots or coding you can usually find her lost in the woods or on twitter (@colleencodes).

Colleen Lavin is the lead Developer Advocate at Particle, with a background in software development and product management. She’s worked with NASA and was featured on Gimlet Media’s Startup podcast. When she’s not playing with robots or coding you ca... Show more

Mangirdas Judeikis

Mangirdas Judeikis

Mangirdas Judeikis is a Staff Engineer at Cast AI and the founder of the independent projects Synpse.com and Faros.sh. With over a decade of Kubernetes expertise, Mangirdas has successfully delivered more than 20 projects globally, specializing in platform engineering long before it became a standard practice.

As an entrepreneur and open-source enthusiast, he is passionate about leveraging Go and Kubernetes to build robust, scalable solutions. Mangirdas embraces the SRE philosophy of owning the systems he creates, ensuring reliability and performance in every project he undertakes.

He is an active contributor to the Kubernetes ecosystem, participating in various SIGs and maintaining KCP.io, a CNCF Sandbox project. Beyond his professional endeavours, Mangirdas enjoys spending time with his family, kiddo and cycling, motorbiking, skiing, hiking, and camping, finding balance through his adventurous off-screen activities.

Mangirdas Judeikis is a Staff Engineer at Cast AI and the founder of the independent projects Synpse.com and Faros.sh. With over a decade of Kubernetes expertise, Mangirdas has successfully delivered more than 20 projects globally, specializing in pl... Show more

Tim Clarke

Tim Clarke

Tim is driven by a passion for harnessing cutting-edge technologies to bridge the gap between humans and machines, transforming the way we understand, interpret, and interact with information. Holding an MA in Religious Anthropology and an MSc in Data Science, Tim has had a diverse career, initially working internationally in the Oil Industry before shifting his focus to the tech sector. His expertise now centres on Natural Language Processing (NLP) and Knowledge Graph techniques to link complex datasets, facilitating more efficient data mining.

His background in Anthropology equips him with a profound understanding of human behaviour, cultural dynamics, and societal structures—skills that have been invaluable in his role as an NLP Engineer. This awareness allows Tim to design NLP systems with a deep appreciation for context, cultural nuances, and diverse perspectives.

Tim is driven by a passion for harnessing cutting-edge technologies to bridge the gap between humans and machines, transforming the way we understand, interpret, and interact with information. Holding an MA in Religious Anthropology and an MSc in Dat... Show more

Kapil Puvar

Kapil Puvar

Kapil Puvar, with 8.5 years in Dynamics 365 Business Central & Navision and a mechanical engineering background, is a leader in ERP implementations. Starting in the mechanical sector, he spent 5.5 years in production planning and process improvement, gaining invaluable ERP system insights. Transitioning to a functional consultant for Navision at Intech Systems, Kapil's unique skills saw him rise from Senior Functional Consultant to Senior Manager, leading over 35 global ERP projects. He's designed innovative products like Quality Control and Advanced Purchase, now featured on Microsoft AppSource. Kapil's blend of engineering and ERP expertise makes him a key asset in technology implementation and manufacturing process optimization.

Kapil Puvar, with 8.5 years in Dynamics 365 Business Central & Navision and a mechanical engineering background, is a leader in ERP implementations. Starting in the mechanical sector, he spent 5.5 years in production planning and process improvement,... Show more

Kendra Poehlmann

Kendra Poehlmann

Dr. Kendra Pöhlmann, Dr. der Wirtschaftswissenschaften mit den Schwerpunkten Strategie und Nachhaltigkeit. Als wiss. Mitarbeiterin, Dozentin und Speakerin liegt ihr die nachhaltige Unternehmensentwicklung insbes. von, mit und für Frauen am Herzen.

Dr. Kendra Pöhlmann, Dr. der Wirtschaftswissenschaften mit den Schwerpunkten Strategie und Nachhaltigkeit. Als wiss. Mitarbeiterin, Dozentin und Speakerin liegt ihr die nachhaltige Unternehmensentwicklung insbes. von, mit und für Frauen am Herzen. Show more

Floris van den Hoogen

Floris van den Hoogen

Passionate, solution-oriented, and creative platform engineer.

Passionate, solution-oriented, and creative platform engineer. Show more

Neetu Jain

Neetu Jain

Neetu Jain is the Executive Director at JP Morgan Chase in the Emerging Technology Security division, where she leads initiatives in AI security. With 20 years of experience in the tech industry, Neetu has driven innovation and security across various domains and products, including network security, cloud security, DevSecOps, SDLC security, InsureTech, MarTech, and FinTech. Her career spans roles as both an engineer and a product leader at top-tier organizations like STM, Interra, HP, IBM, USAA, Thomson Reuters, AWS and JPMC

Neetu is passionate about exploring new domains, identifying 10x impact opportunities, and building solutions that address real-world challenges. She is a strong advocate for diversity in tech and leveraging technology for social good. Neetu enjoys engaging in discussions on product management, design thinking, and more. Connect with her on LinkedIn ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/neetujain/)

Neetu Jain is the Executive Director at JP Morgan Chase in the Emerging Technology Security division, where she leads initiatives in AI security. With 20 years of experience in the tech industry, Neetu has driven innovation and security across variou... Show more

Lars Grønkjær Olsen

Lars Grønkjær Olsen

SQL nerd on many databases, always on my way down the rabbit hole on a new platform (netezza, Oracle, SQLserver, Azure SQLserver, Synapse, DB2 (NT+Linux & z/OS & EEE), Postgres, Maria, MySQL, and a few Hadoop-based to name a few)

SQL nerd on many databases, always on my way down the rabbit hole on a new platform (netezza, Oracle, SQLserver, Azure SQLserver, Synapse, DB2 (NT+Linux & z/OS & EEE), Postgres, Maria, MySQL, and a few Hadoop-based to name a few) Show more

Maja Krapec

Maja Krapec

Kao predstavnica Damanhura za Hrvatsku i regiju, Maja Krapec posvećena je prenošenju vizije zajednice iz Italije koja spaja drevna znanja, suvremenu duhovnost i umjetnost te nadahnjuje stvaranje novog svijeta.

Osim toga, istražuje različite primjene permakulture, a može je se naći kako pleše bosa po šumskom tlu ili pjevuši na obali mora.

Maja vjeruje da su knjige portali, a najradije čita one koje joj prošire dušu. Ako je sretnete na konvenciji, samo recite "con te" i možda vam otvori vrata u neki paralelni svijet.

Kao predstavnica Damanhura za Hrvatsku i regiju, Maja Krapec posvećena je prenošenju vizije zajednice iz Italije koja spaja drevna znanja, suvremenu duhovnost i umjetnost te nadahnjuje stvaranje novog svijeta. Osim toga, istražuje različite primje... Show more

Laura Valentina Rodriguez Ore

Laura Valentina Rodriguez Ore

Estudiante de Ingeniería Industrial en la Universidad Nacional del Callao e Ingeniería de Sistemas en la Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos, combinando una sólida base académica con una pasión por el aprendizaje continuo y el desarrollo profesional. A lo largo de mi formación, eh demostrado un firme compromiso con el voluntariado, participando activamente en diversas iniciativas comunitarias y programas de apoyo, aportando tiempo y conocimientos al servicio de los demás.

Eh sido parte de hackathones y datathones, donde potencié habilidades en resolución de problemas, innovación y creatividad en ambientes de alta presión. Mi interés por la investigación y la tecnología, me ha llevado a colaborar en proyectos interdisciplinarios, donde se enfoca en implementar nuevas metodologías y tecnologías para optimizar procesos y sistemas.

Cuento con experiencia técnica en seguridad industrial, gestión de proyectos, y metodologías ágiles como Scrum, además de poseer certificación como Scrum Master. Mi conocimiento se extiende a una amplia gama de herramientas y lenguajes de programación, incluyendo Landbot, Excel, PowerPoint, C++, Python, Java y CSS, lo que le permite abordar problemas desde distintas perspectivas tecnológicas.

Destacándome también en habilidades de trabajo en equipo y escucha activa, lideré y contribuí a diversos proyectos académicos y extracurriculares, asegurando la alineación de objetivos y el éxito ,para la realización de los proyectos.

Estudiante de Ingeniería Industrial en la Universidad Nacional del Callao e Ingeniería de Sistemas en la Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos, combinando una sólida base académica con una pasión por el aprendizaje continuo y el desarrollo profesi... Show more

Zahra Al-Saloom

Zahra Al-Saloom

Zahra has been with the Colorado Energy Office since October 2021. She works on the Transportation team’s community-based and multifamily housing charging programs. She also chairs the Colorado Electric Vehicle Coalition. Coming from an educational and professional background in environmental equity and access, she is working with her team and stakeholders to close the gap in charging infrastructure and prioritize priority areas like multifamily housing, DI communities, and community spaces.

Zahra has been with the Colorado Energy Office since October 2021. She works on the Transportation team’s community-based and multifamily housing charging programs. She also chairs the Colorado Electric Vehicle Coalition. Coming from an educational a... Show more

Elena Vilimaite

Elena Vilimaite

Innovative and driven lead engineer, passionate about solving modernisation challenges and empowering teams to deliver clean, reusable, and maintainable code.
A strong advocate for test-driven development and industry best practices, dedicated to fostering collaboration and driving technical excellence within organisations.

Innovative and driven lead engineer, passionate about solving modernisation challenges and empowering teams to deliver clean, reusable, and maintainable code. A strong advocate for test-driven development and industry best practices, dedicated to f... Show more

Joe Peluso

Joe Peluso

Joe Peluso is a Georgia-born engineer, adventurer, and lifelong learner blending Industrial Engineering, Computer Science, and city planning to drive community improvement and build a brighter future for all.

Joe Peluso is a Georgia-born engineer, adventurer, and lifelong learner blending Industrial Engineering, Computer Science, and city planning to drive community improvement and build a brighter future for all. Show more

Julia Muszynski

Julia Muszynski

Founder & CEO of Tingz, building the AI-powered platform where anyone can turn imagination into interactive games. Ex-Google, ex-Adidas, now focused on redefining how we play, create, and connect across Web3.

Founder & CEO of Tingz, building the AI-powered platform where anyone can turn imagination into interactive games. Ex-Google, ex-Adidas, now focused on redefining how we play, create, and connect across Web3. Show more

Blake Barrett

Blake Barrett

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Vaishnavi Yathirajam

Vaishnavi Yathirajam

Vaishnavi Yathirajam is the founder of Manakin Bio, a company at the intersection of biotechnology and advanced AI systems. She works closely with NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) on cutting-edge research projects that integrate synthetic biology, diagnostics, and AI for space and Earth-based applications. With a strong background in interdisciplinary research, she combines expertise in artificial intelligence, behavioral psychology, and biosystems engineering to build impactful solutions for human well-being.

Her work often draws from ancient philosophies and cultural knowledge systems—like the Thirukkural—to inform the design of empathetic and ethically-grounded technologies. Vaishnavi is a passionate advocate for culturally contextualized AI, and frequently speaks on the future of human-centered design, diagnostics, and ethical intelligence. She believes the next generation of AI should be not only intelligent—but deeply humane.

Vaishnavi Yathirajam is the founder of Manakin Bio, a company at the intersection of biotechnology and advanced AI systems. She works closely with NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) on cutting-edge research projects that integrate synthetic biolo... Show more

Iliada Kothra

Iliada Kothra

I am a green digital marketer and founder of www.living-postcards.com, a project started in 2012 in order to support Greek entrepreneurship all over the world. Founder of the #dontacceptit Campaign against domestic violence. I am also an author and a keynote speaker.

I am a green digital marketer and founder of www.living-postcards.com, a project started in 2012 in order to support Greek entrepreneurship all over the world. Founder of the #dontacceptit Campaign against domestic violence. I am also an author and a... Show more

Yazid S. Mikail

Yazid S. Mikail

Yazid Salahudeen Mikail is a data scientist, policy advocate, and climate change and sustainable development advocate. He is the founder of Nest Africa AI Innovation Lab and a core team member of Climate Change AI. Yazid had previously worked as a data values advocate with the UN Global Partnership for Sustainable Development Data, Youth Advisor for The Iris Project and as the Healthy and Environment-friendly Youth (HEY) Campaign Coordinator for the Ashley Lashley Foundation leading the campaign efforts across Africa, Europe, Latin America, North America, and the Caribbean. He has a professional certification in environmental education and community engagement from Cornell University and project management from the University of Virginia Darden School of Business. Data Science from Click-on Kaduna Data Science Fellowship, IBM and Google.

Yazid attended the recent IGF in Riyadh and spoke at different events. He has attended many fellowships as a changemaker and also received training on policy advocacy from the Population Reference Bureau and People Powered in Partnership with the World Resources Institute.

Yazid Salahudeen Mikail is a data scientist, policy advocate, and climate change and sustainable development advocate. He is the founder of Nest Africa AI Innovation Lab and a core team member of Climate Change AI. Yazid had previously worked as a da... Show more

Sagar Trivedi

Sagar Trivedi

Thoughtful Leader, Mentor and practitioner of Mindful values. Applying mindfulness in Designing, Architecting, and Delivering Great Engineering Solutions

Thoughtful Leader, Mentor and practitioner of Mindful values. Applying mindfulness in Designing, Architecting, and Delivering Great Engineering Solutions Show more

Sean Ndlovu

Sean Ndlovu

Sean Ndlovu is the co-founder and innovation and Research Product Manager at the Centre for Innovation and Technology (CITE), a pioneering digital media organization based in Zimbabwe. CITE is known for producing high-quality, accurate, and engaging content that amplifies voices across Zimbabwe and the African continent. With a strong background in technology and innovation, Sean is an AI entrepreneur passionate about leveraging generative AI to empower small newsrooms. His work focuses on enhancing content creation, streamlining workflows, and improving audience engagement through practical, scalable AI applications. As an experienced media and digital literacy trainer, Sean develops and facilitates training programs covering key topics such as AI in journalism, misinformation, disinformation, fact-checking, and media ethics. He equips journalists and media professionals with the tools and skills needed to navigate today’s complex information environment. Beyond journalism, Sean consults with organizations to help them harness AI for strategic innovation—developing solutions grounded in product thinking, user-centered design, and engaged journalism. His work includes building civic tech tools powered by AI to strengthen public access to information and support democratic participation. He also serves as a guest lecturer at the National University of Science and Technology (NUST) in Bulawayo, where he shares his knowledge with undergraduate journalism students. His lectures focus on AI-assisted journalism, including claim identification, verification processes, and the ethical use of AI in newsrooms. Through this role, he contributes to shaping the next generation of African journalists ready to navigate the future of news and technology.

Sean Ndlovu is the co-founder and innovation and Research Product Manager at the Centre for Innovation and Technology (CITE), a pioneering digital media organization based in Zimbabwe. CITE is known for producing high-quality, accurate, and engaging ... Show more

Sagar Zilpe

Sagar Zilpe

Sagar Zilpe is a dynamic Project Management Leader, AI Innovator, and Startup Mentor with over 20 years of experience driving digital transformation across industries. As the CEO of ZITRIX Technologies, he specializes in AI, ITSM, Automation, and Agile methodologies, enabling organizations to optimize workflows and achieve unparalleled efficiency.

A recognized mentor under Startup India’s MAARG program, Sagar has led 140+ successful projects, designed 16+ products, and holds 9 patents in cutting-edge technologies. His expertise spans PRINCE2, Agile, Lean Project Management, and AI-ML-driven innovations, making him a sought-after speaker for corporate events, conferences, and training sessions.

Sagar’s sessions are not just about theories; they are deeply engaging, filled with real-world case studies, actionable insights, and strategic frameworks that empower professionals and organizations to thrive in the AI-driven era. Whether you're an enterprise, startup, or aspiring professional, his expertise will ignite transformation and drive sustainable success.

🌍 Let’s connect and shape the future of AI & Project Management together! 🚀

Sagar Zilpe is a dynamic Project Management Leader, AI Innovator, and Startup Mentor with over 20 years of experience driving digital transformation across industries. As the CEO of ZITRIX Technologies, he specializes in AI, ITSM, Automation, and Agi... Show more

Ignacio Hernández-Ranera Sanchez

Ignacio Hernández-Ranera Sanchez

Soy un consultor de negocio con más de 25 años de experiencia en el sector de la tecnología y la sostenibilidad. Desde el 2007, dirijo mis propias empresas, ofreciendo soluciones innovadoras y rentables a mis clientes basadas en tecnología Microsoft (Dynamics 365).

Mi pasión es ayudar a las organizaciones a mejorar su desempeño ambiental, social y de gobernabilidad (ESG) en general y CSRD en particular. Con mi equipo de 17ods.com aportamos conocimiento y gestión en el área de la sostenibilidad corporativa, facilitando la elaboración de informes, la medición de impactos y la definición de estrategias. Mi misión es contribuir al desarrollo sostenible y a la transformación digital de las empresas.

Soy un consultor de negocio con más de 25 años de experiencia en el sector de la tecnología y la sostenibilidad. Desde el 2007, dirijo mis propias empresas, ofreciendo soluciones innovadoras y rentables a mis clientes basadas en tecnología Microsoft ... Show more

Dryshtee Woozir-Manilall

Dryshtee Woozir-Manilall

Front End Developer & Product Designer

Front End Developer & Product Designer Show more

Dianah Nyamweya

Dianah Nyamweya

Dianah Nyamweya is a Digital Transformation Strategist and the Founder of Duma Intelligence, an AI consultancy helping businesses use AI, data, and automation to drive efficiency and growth. She has a background in Geomatic Engineering and discovered her passion for AI while building projects at university, where she saw firsthand how intelligent systems could transform decision-making and business operations.

Her expertise spans AI strategy, data governance, IoT integration, and ERP systems, enabling businesses to make informed, scalable, and profitable technology investments. Dianah believes that digital transformation isn’t just about adopting new tools; it’s about aligning technology with business needs to create sustainable, long-term impact.

Dianah advocates for a practical, human-centric approach to AI and digital adoption. She is a sought-after speaker, advisor, and thought leader, regularly sharing insights on AI, digital transformation, and sustainability in emerging markets.

Beyond her work in AI, Dianah is actively engaged in green energy initiatives, exploring how technology and sustainability can intersect to create a better future.

Dianah Nyamweya is a Digital Transformation Strategist and the Founder of Duma Intelligence, an AI consultancy helping businesses use AI, data, and automation to drive efficiency and growth. She has a background in Geomatic Engineering and discovered... Show more

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