Environment & Cleantech

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

Sophie Heins

Sophie Heins

Sophie Heins studierte Kommunikationsdesign an der Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften in Hamburg und arbeitete als angestellte und freiberufliche Kommunikationsdesignerin. Sie promovierte an der Muthesius Kunsthochschule in Kiel zur visuellen Rhetorik in Nachhaltigkeitsberichten. Derzeit arbeitet sie als wissenschaftliche Mitarbeiterin im Projekt CampusConnect/SDG-Campus an der Hafencity Universität Hamburg.

Sophie Heins studierte Kommunikationsdesign an der Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften in Hamburg und arbeitete als angestellte und freiberufliche Kommunikationsdesignerin. Sie promovierte an der Muthesius Kunsthochschule in Kiel zur visuellen R... Show more

Dionysis Lorentzos

Dionysis Lorentzos

Dio is an Engineering Manager on the Mobile team at Enpal, a Berlin-based solar energy company, where he leads Flutter, Android, and iOS development. His focus spans mobile infrastructure, customer data, and security. A practitioner turned leader, Dio combines native mobile experience with a track record in engineering management.

He holds a CISSP certification and is a lead author of the OWASP Mobile Application Security (MAS) project. Previously EM Mobile at ShareNow, he also maintains open source Android libraries with over 6,000 combined GitHub stars.

Dio is an Engineering Manager on the Mobile team at Enpal, a Berlin-based solar energy company, where he leads Flutter, Android, and iOS development. His focus spans mobile infrastructure, customer data, and security. A practitioner turned leader, Di... Show more

Job Nyaribari

Job Nyaribari

I am a Kenyan computer science student and AI/ML engineer based in Nairobi, with hands-on experience in developing intelligent, technology-driven solutions. My work focuses on applying artificial intelligence, machine learning, and software engineering to address complex challenges across different fields.
I am particularly interested in building interdisciplinary solutions that connect technology with real-world needs, from agriculture and healthcare to climate and other societal challenges. My goal is to leverage emerging technologies to develop practical, scalable solutions that create meaningful impact in Kenya, Africa, and globally.

I am a Kenyan computer science student and AI/ML engineer based in Nairobi, with hands-on experience in developing intelligent, technology-driven solutions. My work focuses on applying artificial intelligence, machine learning, and software engineeri... Show more

Tim Jarratt

Tim Jarratt

Tim Jarratt is a walking contradiction. Californian by birth, he grew up on an island but never learned how to swim nor drive (how he managed to escape remains a mystery).

Across twenty years of experience, he's held a variety of roles (director of engineering, lead engineer, chief metaphor officer, to name a few). What keeps him interested and motivated in tech is the human element - pair programming, test-driven development, and a stubborn insistence that we can build better software for our users if we only tried things that seem impossible.

After a decade sweating in Silicon Valley he moved to Paris, France, where he lives with his family and two cats.

His current day job is at Maersk, working on Energy Transition. His teams are responsible for accurate reporting of carbon emissions, and building tools that help over 500 thousand employees take decisions that will reduce emissions. He uses elixir because it's awesome, and the best tool for the job.

Tim Jarratt is a walking contradiction. Californian by birth, he grew up on an island but never learned how to swim nor drive (how he managed to escape remains a mystery). Across twenty years of experience, he's held a variety of roles (director o... Show more

Alicia Rojas

Alicia Rojas

Alicia is a software developer, musician, and natural resources engineer from Chile. Through consultancies and open-source contributions, she has built digital products committed to social and environmental impact, and her background also includes agroecology and environmental education. Her current work focuses on product engineering and harness engineering: designing the systems, scaffolding, and workflows that make AI agent output trustworthy at scale, so teams can move from reviewing code line by line to gardening the systems that produce it.

Alicia is a software developer, musician, and natural resources engineer from Chile. Through consultancies and open-source contributions, she has built digital products committed to social and environmental impact, and her background also includes ag... Show more

Christophe LaBelle

Christophe LaBelle

Christophe is UCLA's Sustainability Analyst, contributing to efforts to coordinate and educate fellow Bruins on university sustainability policies and practices. He also writes the UCLA Sustainability newsletter, leads the reporting process for UCLA's Sustainability Tracking, Assessment & Rating System (STARS) submission, serves as Co-Chair of the UC-wide General Sustainability Performance Assessment/STARS Working Group, and co-manages the UCLA Green Events Certification program. Christophe holds a Master’s of Public Policy from the UCLA Luskin School of Public Affairs and B.A. in Political Science from UC Berkeley. Outside of work, he's an avid follower of sports and politics and supporter of the arts and sustainable transportation!

Christophe is UCLA's Sustainability Analyst, contributing to efforts to coordinate and educate fellow Bruins on university sustainability policies and practices. He also writes the UCLA Sustainability newsletter, leads the reporting process for UCLA'... Show more

Sanket Kalekar

Sanket Kalekar

I'm Sanket Kalekar, an AI Software Engineer specializing in LLMs and recommendation systems, i exploring how these technologies reshape user experiences and wrte blogs. Beyond coding, I'm deeply rooted in the developer community actively speaking at local meetups, organizing community days, and helping developers level up. I serve as a core member at GDG Baroda, AWS user group's Vadodara and Ahmedabad, CNCF Ahmedabad, and Docker Ahmedabad, where I bridge the gap between cutting-edge AI and practical implementation. As an open-source enthusiast and former ArgoCD project maintainer, I believe in learning through building and sharing knowledge.

I'm Sanket Kalekar, an AI Software Engineer specializing in LLMs and recommendation systems, i exploring how these technologies reshape user experiences and wrte blogs. Beyond coding, I'm deeply rooted in the developer community actively speaking at ... Show more

Ethan Ferdosi

Ethan Ferdosi

Ethan is a Solutions Architect leader at AWS Startups whose work is focused on helping startups across the globe to build their idea on AWS. Before joining AWS, Ethan spent a decade in Sydney working with banks and financial institutions on digital modernization projects. Driven by his entrepreneurial mindset, he launched his first startup in Australia in 2013 and since then, his visionary perspective has earned him opportunities to become the advisor to many other like-minded startup founders. Besides working with startups, Ethan attends all over the country attending and speaking at conferences in order to gain new inspiration and inspire others. He currently lives with his family in New York and when he isn’t on his laptop, you can find him playing with his daughter, taking photos on streets, woodworking in his garage or playing music!

Ethan is a Solutions Architect leader at AWS Startups whose work is focused on helping startups across the globe to build their idea on AWS. Before joining AWS, Ethan spent a decade in Sydney working with banks and financial institutions on digital m... Show more

Androsky Lugo

Androsky Lugo

Androsky Lugo, from Eastchester, NY, is an architect with advanced academic training in architecture and sustainable design. He began his professional journey at the University of Pennsylvania, where he earned a Bachelor of Business degree in 2000. While his undergraduate education provided a strong foundation in strategy, management, and operations, Lugo soon recognized that his long-term interests aligned more closely with architectural design and the built environment.

Motivated by this realization, Lugo transitioned to Cornell University to pursue a Master of Architecture degree. He graduated with distinction from the program in 2002, demonstrating exceptional proficiency in architectural theory, structural systems, and design execution. Following his graduate studies, Lugo earned additional professional designations in Building Science and Technology and Environmental Systems, expanding his technical understanding of building performance and construction methodologies.

In 2003, Lugo returned to Cornell University to further his education in environmentally conscious building and design, strengthening his expertise in sustainable architecture and ecological integration. This advanced training marked a turning point in his career, laying the foundation for his long-term focus on environmentally responsible design practices.

Professional Experience and Major Projects

Over the course of his two-decade career, Androsky Lugo has participated in numerous high-level architectural projects across commercial, public, and civic sectors. His work reflects a consistent balance between engineering discipline, environmental responsibility, and functional design.

In 2012, Lugo collaborated closely with the San Francisco Historic Buildings Committee, contributing to the planning and renovation of multiple public service spaces. These projects required careful coordination between historic preservation requirements and modern usability standards, reinforcing Lugo’s ability to deliver contemporary solutions within complex regulatory and cultural frameworks.

A major milestone in Lugo’s career occurred in 2015, when he was commissioned by The Hagman’s Group of New York City to design and construct a building composed entirely of sustainable and recycled materials—a first-of-its-kind achievement at the time. This project positioned Lugo as an early leader in large-scale sustainable construction and demonstrated the real-world viability of environmentally responsible architecture.

During his tenure at Parkins and Rhodon, Lugo served as lead designer for a full-scale shopping center, contributed to the design of a multi-story house of worship, and worked extensively with local urban development teams to deliver affordable housing initiatives. These projects highlighted his ability to manage complex stakeholder environments while delivering architecture aligned with both community needs and structural performance standards.

Focus on Sustainable Architectural Design

While architectural design has always been central to Lugo’s career, his primary professional focus over the past decade has been environmental protection through sustainable architecture. He is widely regarded as an influential figure in green design circles for his ability to integrate ecological considerations into functional, scalable building solutions.

Lugo’s approach emphasizes the protection of natural habitats and water systems, thoughtful material selection, and architectural designs that work with the surrounding environment rather than against it. His work has contributed to a growing appreciation within the industry for buildings that seamlessly blend structural integrity with environmental stewardship.

Philanthropy and Community Engagement

In addition to his professional work, Androsky Lugo regularly provides pro-bono architectural services to organizations such as Habitat for Humanity, Homes for Veterans, and The Make It Right at Home Foundation. His commitment to community-focused architecture reflects a belief that design expertise should also serve broader social and humanitarian goals.

In 2015, Lugo founded the Architecture and Earth Awareness Foundation, an organization dedicated to educating architects, construction companies, and structural engineers on the importance of sustainable initiatives within the building industry. Since its inception, the foundation has helped promote environmentally responsible design principles across more than 400 large-scale projects worldwide.

Lugo is also deeply involved in climate protection efforts, frequently participating in fundraising events, awareness campaigns, and industry initiatives that support environmental sustainability.

Recognition and Industry Honors

Lugo’s philanthropic contributions and leadership in sustainable architecture have earned him widespread recognition. He has been named top contributor by the Homes for Veterans organization and received the Voice of Reason Award from the Green Initiative Climate Council, among numerous other honors.

In 2019, Lugo was nominated for the Pritzker Architecture Prize, one of the profession’s most prestigious recognitions. He was also nominated for the Architecture Master’s Prize in 2020 and went on to receive the Architectural Visionary Award in early 2021.

Professional Legacy

Through education, practice, philanthropy, and advocacy, Androsky Lugo has established himself as an architect whose work extends beyond individual projects. His career reflects a sustained commitment to architecture that is innovative, responsible, and aligned with the long-term health of both communities and the environment.

Androsky Lugo, from Eastchester, NY, is an architect with advanced academic training in architecture and sustainable design. He began his professional journey at the University of Pennsylvania, where he earned a Bachelor of Business degree in 2000. W... Show more

Dr. Satabdy Jena

Dr. Satabdy Jena

Satabdy Jena completed her PhD in Electrical engineering (Power Systems) from IIT ROORKEE in 2023. Post this , she joined Shell Technology Centre Bangalore as a Power Systems Modelling Researcher. Her broader domain of work and research interests include microgrids, control systems design, Electrolysers integration, e-mobility, Grid Automation, Techno-commercial analysis.

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Satabdy Jena completed her PhD in Electrical engineering (Power Systems) from IIT ROORKEE in 2023. Post this , she joined Shell Technology Centre Bangalore as a Power Systems Modelling Researcher. Her broader domain of work and research interests inc... Show more

Piyush Singh

Piyush Singh

Piyush is a software developer with nearly 12 years of experience, starting as a mainframe engineer and now working extensively with Azure cloud. The shift from legacy systems to cloud-native solutions continues to captivate him, pushing him to explore new architectures and modern engineering practices. He is passionate about AI and all the great things it can be do for society especially with accessibility.

Piyush is a software developer with nearly 12 years of experience, starting as a mainframe engineer and now working extensively with Azure cloud. The shift from legacy systems to cloud-native solutions continues to captivate him, pushing him to explo... Show more

John Willis

John Willis

John M. Willis is a systems architect, cybersecurity practitioner, inventor, and technology entrepreneur with more than 30 years of experience spanning cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, critical infrastructure, telecommunications, healthcare, defense, and federal systems. He has supported major U.S. government initiatives, including programs within the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, Transportation Security Administration, and U.S. Secret Service, with a focus on Zero Trust architecture, identity systems, privileged access management, governance, and security engineering.

A graduate of the Carnegie Mellon University Software Engineering Institute (CMU/SEI) CISO Executive Program, Mr. Willis has also completed NSA Information Security Assessment Methodology (IAM) and Information Security Evaluation Methodology (IEM) training, CISA High Value Asset (HVA) Technical Lead assessment training, and MIT Professional Education's Applied Data Science Program. He is the founder of Sustainable Future Tech Inc., where his research focuses on Secure-by-Design AI, software and system governance, governance assurance, autonomous systems, and deterministic governance architectures. He is the lead author of the AI Governance Control Plane (AGCP) specification, a requirements-based runtime governance framework designed to provide verifiable oversight and control of autonomous and agentic systems.

Mr. Willis holds an MSc in Sustainable Development from the University of Sussex and is the author of technical publications and inventor on multiple patent filings spanning cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, sustainability, and systems architecture.

John M. Willis is a systems architect, cybersecurity practitioner, inventor, and technology entrepreneur with more than 30 years of experience spanning cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, critical infrastructure, telecommunications, healthcare, d... Show more

Hauke Feiertag

Hauke Feiertag

Hauke is grant manager at chargebyte. Takes care about funding opportunities of new and innovative ideas. Keeps track on environmental subjects having an impact on our daily social lives. Develops striking and very competitive ideas on innovations by connecting interdisciplinary domains. Motivation on research is based on environmental topics and affordable sustainable energy and open-source code developments. Hauke organizes the participation of chargebyte in BiFlex-Industrie.

Hauke is grant manager at chargebyte. Takes care about funding opportunities of new and innovative ideas. Keeps track on environmental subjects having an impact on our daily social lives. Develops striking and very competitive ideas on innovations by... Show more

Christian Eckert

Christian Eckert

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Daniel Anomfueme

Daniel Anomfueme

Daniel Anomfueme is a Technical Project Manager with over four years of experience leading impactful projects across tech sectors. He is passionate about decentralized technologies and currently contributes to ScrollDAO, while championing the cause of decentralized science in Africa through DeSci Africa, which he founded.

Beyond his work in Web3 and scientific collaboration, Daniel is an advocate for renewable energy and smart living. He documents his journey in solar energy, IoT, and home automation on platforms like Medium, freeCodeCamp, Hackernoon and PVOutput, offering insights from his own smart home setup.

Outside of work, he’s a movie critic at heart, an avid gamer, and a lifelong fan of One Piece and Batman. Whether he's writing, building, or gaming, Daniel brings curiosity, creativity, and community to everything he does.

Daniel Anomfueme is a Technical Project Manager with over four years of experience leading impactful projects across tech sectors. He is passionate about decentralized technologies and currently contributes to ScrollDAO, while championing the cause o... Show more

Florence Awino

Florence Awino

Florence is all about making the digital world work for everyone, especially where technology, disability, and gender intersect.

Florence is all about making the digital world work for everyone, especially where technology, disability, and gender intersect. Show more

Joseph Suda

Joseph Suda

I am a community builder and data enthusiast dedicated to empowering youth and driving sustainable, grassroots development. Combining a background in data analytics with a passion for community-led initiatives, I work at the intersection of technology, digital skills, and economic development to address real-world challenges. Whether leading local initiatives, mentoring students in core digital tools, or building USSD and tech-enabled platforms for public health and climate resilience, my goal is to create scalable pathways for community empowerment.

I am a community builder and data enthusiast dedicated to empowering youth and driving sustainable, grassroots development. Combining a background in data analytics with a passion for community-led initiatives, I work at the intersection of technolog... Show more

Tom Sherman

Tom Sherman

In 2017, Tom Sherman discovered the 5th season of the year after nearly a decade of studying timekeeping and measurement systems. He then spent the next 3 years deconstructing the Gregorian Calendar and re-engineering a New Calendar system using modern math, science and logic that divides time evenly, precisely, and accurately, for the first time in the history of time. With humor, philosophy, and curiosity, Tom is able to expand your perception of reality and uncover new systems and patterns that are currently hiding in plain sight.

In 2017, Tom Sherman discovered the 5th season of the year after nearly a decade of studying timekeeping and measurement systems. He then spent the next 3 years deconstructing the Gregorian Calendar and re-engineering a New Calendar system using mode... Show more

Ibrahim Afridi

Ibrahim Afridi

Ibrahim Afridi is the Founder & CEO of Greenova8, a climate fintech platform using agentic AI to enable retail investors to co-own real renewable energy assets. With a background in sustainable finance and regulatory strategy, he has built key relationships with regulators and innovation programs. He is passionate about democratizing access to clean energy investment and unlocking retail capital for the energy transition.

Ibrahim Afridi is the Founder & CEO of Greenova8, a climate fintech platform using agentic AI to enable retail investors to co-own real renewable energy assets. With a background in sustainable finance and regulatory strategy, he has built key relati... Show more

Nick Davitashvili

Nick Davitashvili

Nick Davitashvili is a Principal Architect at Aviatrix.

He started in network engineering, moved into cloud architecture via edge infrastructure for autonomous vehicles and deep learning for transportation systems, and has operated in the multi-cloud area code ever since. He has given a TEDx talk on technology and environmental advocacy and contributed to Packet Pushers and other technical media.

At Aviatrix, he has shipped a public MCP server for network operations and maintains open-source Obot blueprints for agentic AI workloads. The attack scenario in this talk came directly from that work: securing AI agent deployments in production cloud environments, then discovering that Kubernetes NetworkPolicy cannot see what MCP tools are doing.

Georgian-born, Edinburgh-based. First KCD talk.

Nick Davitashvili is a Principal Architect at Aviatrix. He started in network engineering, moved into cloud architecture via edge infrastructure for autonomous vehicles and deep learning for transportation systems, and has operated in the multi-cl... Show more

Ishita Daga

Ishita Daga

Ishita Daga is a Senior Machine Learning Engineer at Tesla, building enterprise AI systems that combine semantic retrieval, metadata infrastructure, and business-aware reasoning to make analytics agents reliable in production.
Previously, she was an AI Scientist at Covera Health, where she built multimodal and weakly supervised ML systems for radiology intelligence. Her interests include deep tech and climate tech, enterprise agent architectures, and operational AI systems.

Ishita Daga is a Senior Machine Learning Engineer at Tesla, building enterprise AI systems that combine semantic retrieval, metadata infrastructure, and business-aware reasoning to make analytics agents reliable in production. Previously, she was a... Show more

Samuel Amoakoh

Samuel Amoakoh

Samuel Amoakoh is an AI and Automation Expert specializing in Microsoft Power Automate, M365 Copilot, and Copilot Studio. He helps organizations modernize their operations by designing intelligent workflows, building custom copilots, and creating automation systems that reduce manual work and improve enterprise efficiency.

He believes that any task that is repetitive is a candidate for automation, a principle that guides his work across financial services, operations, and enterprise transformation. Samuel focuses on practical, real‑world applications of AI, building solutions that get work done rather than just demonstrating concepts.

With a strong blend of technical expertise and business understanding, he empowers teams to adopt AI confidently, automate the boring stuff, and unlock new levels of productivity through the Microsoft ecosystem.

Samuel Amoakoh is an AI and Automation Expert specializing in Microsoft Power Automate, M365 Copilot, and Copilot Studio. He helps organizations modernize their operations by designing intelligent workflows, building custom copilots, and creating aut... Show more

Anita Konadu Otchere

Anita Konadu Otchere

I am a Marketing and Digital Strategy professional with over seven years of experience in banking, sales, and digital marketing. I specializes in customer engagement, brand growth, and leveraging digital tools to drive business results.

I have worked with organizations such as the Institute of Environmental Assessment (IOEA),First Atlantic Bank as a sales and leading digital campaigns and managing client relationships.

I am passionate about empowering individuals and businesses especially women through digital skills, sustainability, and professional development. I facilitate for She Rise Technology on most of their training sessions.

I am a Marketing and Digital Strategy professional with over seven years of experience in banking, sales, and digital marketing. I specializes in customer engagement, brand growth, and leveraging digital tools to drive business results. I have wor... Show more

Iaroslav Tugai

Iaroslav Tugai

Yari, also known as Iaroslav Tugai or Ярослав Тугай, is the founder of AF SCOOTERS, an electric scooter shop and repair workshop with locations in Castellón de la Plana and Borriana, Spain.

Since March 2017, AF SCOOTERS has specialised in electric scooter repairs, custom-made lithium batteries speed an autonomy and the sale of scooters, batteries, spare parts and accessories throughout Spain and the European Union.

Yari shares practical knowledge about electric mobility, specialised workshop management, scooter repairs, range extension and lithium battery manufacturing according to the vehicle model, voltage and configuration.

Yari is also known like a founder of ANNANAS which is an international barbershop in Valencia specializing in men’s haircuts, fades, beard shaping and styling, as well as other grooming services. ANNANAS has two locations, ANNANAS Alfahuir and ANNANAS Blasco Ibáñez, serving local and international clients in Ukrainian, Spanish, English and Russian. The first ANNANAS barbershop has been operating in Valencia since 2021.

Yari, also known as Iaroslav Tugai or Ярослав Тугай, is the founder of AF SCOOTERS, an electric scooter shop and repair workshop with locations in Castellón de la Plana and Borriana, Spain. Since March 2017, AF SCOOTERS has specialised in electric... Show more

Cheyenne Mizenko

Cheyenne Mizenko

I am a Principal of Student Programs at Shasta County Office of Education, specializing in special education and school leadership. With 13 years of experience, I have dedicated my career to supporting students who are outside of the educational box.

Currently, I lead a team at Excel Academy, a regional special education placement program, where we focus on supporting students with high needs and creating space for them to thrive. We are thrilled to share our insights on Designing From the Fringe at this year's Women in School Leadership Forum.

I am a Principal of Student Programs at Shasta County Office of Education, specializing in special education and school leadership. With 13 years of experience, I have dedicated my career to supporting students who are outside of the educational box.... Show more

Shanthi Subramonia Iyer

Shanthi Subramonia Iyer

A dynamic educator and researcher with 20 years of experience, Dr. Shanthi Iyer is a model of academic excellence and professional dedication. She has held leadership positions at GEMS Education in the past and currently serves as Vice Principal at The Oxford School (LEAMS Education). She is also a school governor in four different schools. Dr. Iyer has published a number of works in the field and is an avid environmentalist and sustainability researcher. She is well-known for inspiring teams with trust, positivity, and inclusivity through her collaborative and empathetic leadership style. Dr. Iyer continues to have a significant influence on the quality of teaching and learning because of her extensive knowledge of curriculum design, assessment, and educational leadership.

A dynamic educator and researcher with 20 years of experience, Dr. Shanthi Iyer is a model of academic excellence and professional dedication. She has held leadership positions at GEMS Education in the past and currently serves as Vice Principal at T... Show more

Sanhith Vandara

Sanhith Vandara

Sanhith is a high school student and founder of Permafrost, an early-stage startup which applies ML optimization to reduce cooling and energy overhead in hyperscale data centers.
He also cofounded Voyage, a marketing consulting platform for small businesses, powered by fine-tuned LLMs and RAG.

Sanhith is a high school student and founder of Permafrost, an early-stage startup which applies ML optimization to reduce cooling and energy overhead in hyperscale data centers. He also cofounded Voyage, a marketing consulting platform for small b... Show more

Connie Schulte

Connie Schulte

Connie Schulte is an environmental journalist and weather anchor at Univision 34. With a sharp eye for storytelling and a deep commitment to climate reporting, she specializes in uncovering urgent environmental issues and translating complex scientific information into compelling narratives.
Connie studied Social Communication and later pursued Environmental Studies at UCLA Extension in California. Authored a book collection for children about the environmental challenges we face.

Connie Schulte is an environmental journalist and weather anchor at Univision 34. With a sharp eye for storytelling and a deep commitment to climate reporting, she specializes in uncovering urgent environmental issues and translating complex scientif... Show more

Michelle Koyaro

Michelle Koyaro

Michelle Koyaro Matengo is an Urban Development Specialist and Research Manager with over five years of experience in participatory research, climate resilience, urban health, and community development in Kenya's informal settlements. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Urban and Regional Planning, a Postgraduate Diploma in Psychological Counselling, and is currently pursuing a Master of Science in Climate Change and Adaptation.

Her work focuses on generating evidence to inform inclusive urban policy and practice, with expertise spanning climate adaptation, housing, livelihoods, mental health, and Nature-based Solutions. Michelle has led and contributed to multidisciplinary research and implementation projects in partnership with local communities, government institutions, universities, and international organizations, translating research into practical interventions that strengthen community resilience.

Beyond research, Michelle is a mental health advocate committed to integrating psychosocial well-being into climate action. She has championed community-led initiatives that create safe spaces for young people through art therapy and climate resilience programming. She is also experienced in mixed-methods research, data analysis, knowledge translation, and communicating complex evidence through accessible visual and policy products.

Her research interests include climate adaptation, urban health, informal settlements, mental health, and participatory approaches to generating evidence for equitable urban policy and practice.

Michelle Koyaro Matengo is an Urban Development Specialist and Research Manager with over five years of experience in participatory research, climate resilience, urban health, and community development in Kenya's informal settlements. She holds a Bac... Show more

Subbu Muthukrishnan

Subbu Muthukrishnan

Subbu Muthukrishnan leads Data & AI Solutions Engineering at iLink Digital, a Microsoft Fabric Featured Partner. He drives global technical strategy for Fabric implementations across Fortune 500 clients in Energy, Manufacturing, Retail, and Healthcare. A Columbia University graduate, Subbu co-innovated Project Green Sky with Microsoft's Energy team, demonstrating Real-Time Intelligence for environmental monitoring.

Subbu Muthukrishnan leads Data & AI Solutions Engineering at iLink Digital, a Microsoft Fabric Featured Partner. He drives global technical strategy for Fabric implementations across Fortune 500 clients in Energy, Manufacturing, Retail, and Healthcar... Show more

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