Nikhil Barthwal is passionate about building distributed systems. He has several years of work experience in both big companies & smaller startups and also acts as a mentor to several startups. Outside of work, he speaks at international conferences on several topics related to Distributed systems & Programming Languages. You can know more about him via his homepage www.nikhilbarthwal.com.

Nikhil Barthwal is passionate about building distributed systems. He has several years of work experience in both big companies & smaller startups and also acts as a mentor to several startups. Outside of work, he speaks at international conferences ... Show more

Kirsten Wild is an Associate Principal in Buro Happold’s Advisory practice, where she partners with clients to define and achieve bold sustainability and climate goals.

She brings deep expertise in sustainability, climate action, and ESG strategy, working with organizations across the U.S. to craft plans that cut carbon emissions, conserve resources, and foster community engagement.

Kirsten’s portfolio spans higher education, cultural institutions, commercial developments, and the public sector. She excels at helping clients set measurable targets and build actionable roadmaps to reach them—navigating challenges and unlocking opportunities along the way. She brings a deep passion for advancing sustainability in higher education, with a focus on embedding sustainability into governance, operations, and campus culture.

Kirsten Wild is an Associate Principal in Buro Happold’s Advisory practice, where she partners with clients to define and achieve bold sustainability and climate goals. She brings deep expertise in sustainability, climate action, and ESG strategy,... Show more

Sydney (she/her) works across departments as part of the Green Labs team, developing professional relationships with research personnel. She supports labs and promotes sustainability at the individual programming level through Green Lab Certification, Shut the Sash Competition, and International Freezer Challenge.

She holds a Bachelor of Science in Marine Science (Biological Oceanography Concentration) from NC State University and has 5 years of laboratory research experience. Outside of work she spends time rock climbing, kayaking, and hiking with her pup and enjoys a sunny afternoon in a hammock with a book.

Sydney (she/her) works across departments as part of the Green Labs team, developing professional relationships with research personnel. She supports labs and promotes sustainability at the individual programming level through Green Lab Certification... Show more

Emma is a trained engineer, member of Global Shapers Paris (World Economic Forum) and now a strategy consultant based in Paris, working at Ernst & Young where she is leading stakeholder engagement and business development for major French corporations across the public and private sectors.
Since june 2026, she has served as Parnerships Lead at Impact Hub Yaoundé, nuilding rellationships across Cameroon's tech, innovation and cultural ecosystem and coordinating the Sustainability and Climate track for the Cameroon International Tech Summit 2026.

Emma is a trained engineer, member of Global Shapers Paris (World Economic Forum) and now a strategy consultant based in Paris, working at Ernst & Young where she is leading stakeholder engagement and business development for major French corporation... Show more

Ich studiere Umweltgeowissenschaften B.Sc. sowie Politikwissenschaften (HF)-BWL (NF) B.A. an der Universität Trier. Neben meinem Studium bin ich in den Projekten „Plast.Ed+“ (Lehr-Lern-Labor) und „Map Your Story“ tätig. Zudem engagiere ich mich in der Fachschaft sowie in verschiedenen Gremien des Fachbereichs zur Mitwirkung an der Optimierung von Studium und Lehre.

Ich studiere Umweltgeowissenschaften B.Sc. sowie Politikwissenschaften (HF)-BWL (NF) B.A. an der Universität Trier. Neben meinem Studium bin ich in den Projekten „Plast.Ed+“ (Lehr-Lern-Labor) und „Map Your Story“ tätig. Zudem engagiere ich mich in d... Show more

Akesire Abdurrahmon is a dedicated and ambitious final-year student at the Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA), specializing in Applied Geophysics. With a strong passion for geophysical exploration especially in the energy and mineral exploration, he has developed expertise in integrating magnetic, gravity, radiometric and vertical electrical sounding (VES) data for subsurface analysis using software like ArcGIS, Oasis Montaj, WinResist, and most importantly, his knowledge on python in application of Data Science in various Geophysical Investigations. His academic journey has been marked by excellence in research, particularly in the application of geophysical techniques for energy and mineral exploration in Nigeria.

He has actively participated in several fieldwork, geophysical data acquisition, analysis and interpretation, enhancing his practical knowledge in the discipline. His current research focuses on evaluating iron ore deposits in Calabar, Southern Nigeria, analyses of petroleum potential in some selected areas in Ondo State (a potential green field for oil and gas) utilizing geophysical methods to support economic and industrial development. He also has a lined up research work on application of geophysical methods to analyze geothermal potential zones in some selected areas in Nigeria.

Beyond academics, he is a proactive problem solver, a leader and a keen learner, with aspirations to contribute significantly to the energy industry through innovative exploration techniques and sustainable energy management.

Akesire Abdurrahmon is a dedicated and ambitious final-year student at the Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA), specializing in Applied Geophysics. With a strong passion for geophysical exploration especially in the energy and mineral expl... Show more

Student an der Hochschule München und seit März 2025 als studentische Hilfskraft im Studentischen Green Office der Hochschule München tätig

Student an der Hochschule München und seit März 2025 als studentische Hilfskraft im Studentischen Green Office der Hochschule München tätig Show more

Mike Harrington is currently the Director of Sustainability Engagement at The New School, where he works on the AASHE STARS report, campus sustainability measures, and student support. He is the former chair of the STARS steering committee and a PhD candidate in the Public and Ubrna Policy program at The New School.

Mike Harrington is currently the Director of Sustainability Engagement at The New School, where he works on the AASHE STARS report, campus sustainability measures, and student support. He is the former chair of the STARS steering committee and a PhD ... Show more

Suzanne Wood is the Senior Director of Sustainability at UMass Chan Medical School, where she leads the Office of Sustainability and advances the institution's environmental stewardship, climate action, and resilience strategies. She oversees campus-wide initiatives that integrate resource conservation, decarbonization, environmental justice, and community engagement into campus planning and operations. Suzanne has played a key role in shaping the institution's sustainability vision, developing strategies that align environmental responsibility with organizational priorities and long-term resilience. Through collaboration across the campus community, she works to drive meaningful environmental impact, foster innovation, and embed sustainability into the culture and decision-making processes of the institution.

Suzanne Wood is the Senior Director of Sustainability at UMass Chan Medical School, where she leads the Office of Sustainability and advances the institution's environmental stewardship, climate action, and resilience strategies. She oversees campus-... Show more

Powers is the Director of Clarkson's ISE, which is an interdisciplinary education, service and research unit. Her teaching nd research integrate campus sustainability projects and lifecycle assessment.

Powers is the Director of Clarkson's ISE, which is an interdisciplinary education, service and research unit. Her teaching nd research integrate campus sustainability projects and lifecycle assessment. Show more

I am a fresh graduate from MSc in Automation and Control Engineering from Politecnico di Milano in Italy. currently working as an Automation Engineer in energy sector, namely for renewable technologies.

I am a fresh graduate from MSc in Automation and Control Engineering from Politecnico di Milano in Italy. currently working as an Automation Engineer in energy sector, namely for renewable technologies. Show more

Professor of Environmental Studies and former Chief Sustainability Officer at Binghamton University, Pam Mischen also runs an organic vegetable and poultry farm in central Vermont. As founder of the Climate Change Quilt Project, she is preparing for her transition from professor to climate change activist.

Professor of Environmental Studies and former Chief Sustainability Officer at Binghamton University, Pam Mischen also runs an organic vegetable and poultry farm in central Vermont. As founder of the Climate Change Quilt Project, she is preparing for ... Show more

Alumna of Appalachian State University (2009), Crystal opened the university’s inaugural office of sustainability, then was was hired onto AASHE's programs team in 2015. Currently as program manager and editor, she curates the twice-monthly AASHE Bulletin newsletter, manages the AASHE Sustainability Awards, facilitates the Advisory Council, leads the AASHE Affiliates, and provides STARS technical development and participant support. Being a graduate of Rockwood Leadership School and a certified listener through Seek Healing, her purpose is to infuse an ethic of care and concern in all her relationships, and most especially with those of the more-than-human world. She enjoys connecting with people, being a community organizer and facilitator, and dog parent.

Alumna of Appalachian State University (2009), Crystal opened the university’s inaugural office of sustainability, then was was hired onto AASHE's programs team in 2015. Currently as program manager and editor, she curates the twice-monthly AASHE Bul... Show more

Meghan Popcun (she/her) serves as the Assistant Director of Sustainability and Communications at the University at Albany. In this role, Meghan oversees engagement, communication, and waste reduction initiatives. Meghan joined the Office of Sustainability in July of 2025 after working for ten years in Student Affairs managing Orientation and new student programs. Meghan has supported sustainability efforts throughout her career and volunteers for waste reduction initiatives in New York’s Capital Region. Meghan earned a Bachelor of Arts and Master of Public Administration from the University at Albany.

Meghan Popcun (she/her) serves as the Assistant Director of Sustainability and Communications at the University at Albany. In this role, Meghan oversees engagement, communication, and waste reduction initiatives. Meghan joined the Office of Sustainab... Show more

I graduated with my Bachelor of Arts in Journalism at Georgia State University in Spring 2025. During my time as a student at Georgia State, I joined the Office of Sustainability Initiatives as one of their social media and marketing interns. After graduating, I had the opportunity to continue my work part-time as the office's engagement coordinator. After a year of working part-time, I was able to transition into a full-time position as the Sustainability Coordinator.

I graduated with my Bachelor of Arts in Journalism at Georgia State University in Spring 2025. During my time as a student at Georgia State, I joined the Office of Sustainability Initiatives as one of their social media and marketing interns. After g... Show more

Tom Kalla, Senior Manager, Sustainability with The Resource Group, is responsible for growing the sustainable procurement program within Ascension. This role ensures supply chain and supplier alignment in the user-directed strategic sourcing process, while also integrating contractual requirements regarding sustainable procurement and ethical sourcing. Tom has been with The Resource Group for eight years.

Tom Kalla, Senior Manager, Sustainability with The Resource Group, is responsible for growing the sustainable procurement program within Ascension. This role ensures supply chain and supplier alignment in the user-directed strategic sourcing process... Show more

Sawani Goonatilleke currently serves as the Assistant Director of Sustainability at the University of California, Merced, where she supports campus-wide efforts to advance climate action, operational sustainability, and student-centered environmental leadership. Her work is driven by the belief that universities are living laboratories places where sustainability is not only planned, but practiced, measured, and experienced every day.She brings a strong background in sustainability strategy, green building, and project management across higher education, real estate, and consulting.

Previously, she managed LEED and GreenPoint Rated projects for affordable housing developments across California and supported corporate and institutional clients in developing and implementing sustainability strategies. Her experience includes ESG benchmarking, climate resiliency assessments, stakeholder engagement, and translating complex sustainability goals into actionable plans.She holds an MBA in Management and a B.S. in Sustainability Studies from the University of California, Riverside, and is a LEED Green Associate, Certified Green Building Professional, and Fitwel Ambassador.

She is passionate about equity-centered sustainability, data-driven decision-making, and mentoring the next generation of climate leaders. She thrives at the intersection of strategy, implementation, and collaboration working to ensure sustainability initiatives create real, lasting impact.

Sawani Goonatilleke currently serves as the Assistant Director of Sustainability at the University of California, Merced, where she supports campus-wide efforts to advance climate action, operational sustainability, and student-centered environmental... Show more

Dana Milstein Santoscoy, PhD, ACC is the Assistant Director of AI at Rice University and Associate Professor in the Writing Program at the University of Southern California. Her work focuses on ethical AI stewardship in higher education, bioethics and health humanities, with particular attention to the environmental cost of AI use and the wellness dimensions — eco-anxiety, allostatic load, brain capital — that environmental practice opens up. She is the builder of the AI Impact Tracker, a free, peer-reviewed-coefficient-grounded personal-use tool that estimates the energy, water, and carbon cost of AI use and supports reflective rather than reflexive practice. She holds a PhD in literature and is an ICF Associate Certified Coach with emphases in trauma and burnout. She is committed to flourishing and creating a kinder world.

Dana Milstein Santoscoy, PhD, ACC is the Assistant Director of AI at Rice University and Associate Professor in the Writing Program at the University of Southern California. Her work focuses on ethical AI stewardship in higher education, bioethics an... Show more

Nick Goodfellow is the Sustainability Manager for the Office of Business, Hospitality & Auxiliary Services (BHAS) at the University of Pittsburgh, where he leads sustainability planning and implementation across Dining, Housing, Fleet, Mobility, Logistics, Surplus, Retail, and Hospitality - including development of the division’s first five-year sustainability implementation plan. He serves on the Steering Committee of the Chancellor's Advisory Council on Sustainability, the Active Mobility Committee, and chairs the BHAS Sustainability Committee. Before moving into his current role, Nick spent three years as Sustainability Coordinator for Pitt Dining by Sodexo, expanding local and sustainable sourcing, plant-forward dining, reuse, food recovery, and food waste diversion programs. He holds a BA in Communications and Urban Studies and a Master of Public Policy & Management, both from the University of Pittsburgh, along with LEED Green Associate, League Cycling Instructor, and TRUE Advisor credentials. Before his career in campus sustainability, he spent five years managing music tours across the U.S. and Europe – an experience that, it turns out, was excellent preparation for herding operational departments towards a common goal.

Nick Goodfellow is the Sustainability Manager for the Office of Business, Hospitality & Auxiliary Services (BHAS) at the University of Pittsburgh, where he leads sustainability planning and implementation across Dining, Housing, Fleet, Mobility, Logi... Show more

Traci N. James fosters community resilience and sustainability as the assistant director of the Center for Neighborhood Resilience. Her work advances food and environmental justice through initiatives such as the Govans Community Fridge & Pantry, as well as organizing cleaning and greening activities to enhance the local environment. By forging strategic community partnerships along the York Road corridor, Traci improves food access and security for residents. Her unique background, transitioning from an 11-year journalism career to earning master's degrees in divinity and education, equips her with a diverse skill set and a profound understanding of the intersection between community engagement and sustainable development.

Traci N. James fosters community resilience and sustainability as the assistant director of the Center for Neighborhood Resilience. Her work advances food and environmental justice through initiatives such as the Govans Community Fridge & Pantry, as ... Show more

Michael is the co-founder of Fable, a food company transforming humble mushrooms into extraordinary whole food, center of plate proteins — starting with pulled shiitake and shiitake-infused meat blends. Since launching, Fable has grown from a single retail product into a business spanning foodservice and retail partnerships across Australia, the UK, Europe and North America.

The idea for Fable took root while Michael was living on a 41-acre property, growing much of his own food and eating a minimally processed, whole-foods diet. That firsthand experience of what real, simple food could taste like made him want to bring the same quality and integrity to develop delicious, mainstream, whole food, mushroom based proteins.

2 years ago Michael moved from Australia to the US to lead the companies expansion into North America. He lives in Brooklyn, NY with his two children.

Michael is the co-founder of Fable, a food company transforming humble mushrooms into extraordinary whole food, center of plate proteins — starting with pulled shiitake and shiitake-infused meat blends. Since launching, Fable has grown from a single ... Show more

Lana Crouse serves as Regional Director for the U.S. Green Building Council’s (USGBC) Market Transformation & Development team, where she leads efforts to advance sustainability, health, resilience, and equity across the Atlantic region, including Washington, DC, Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia, North Carolina, and South Carolina. In this role, she oversees market development, cultivates strategic partnerships, and drives local engagement to accelerate the adoption of green building practices.

With more than 25 years of nonprofit leadership experience, Lana brings a strong background in business development, event strategy, and stakeholder engagement. She is passionate about building collaborative communities and advancing solutions that positively impact both people and the planet. Her work reflects a deep commitment to USGBC’s mission of transforming the built environment.

Lana holds a degree from Indiana University’s School of Public and Environmental Affairs and a Nonprofit Management Executive Certificate from Georgetown University.

Lana Crouse serves as Regional Director for the U.S. Green Building Council’s (USGBC) Market Transformation & Development team, where she leads efforts to advance sustainability, health, resilience, and equity across the Atlantic region, including Wa... Show more

Alec Cooley has worked in the recycling field for over three decades, most recently as a senior advisor with the recycling and waste bin manufacturer, Busch Systems. He began his career managing recycling and waste reduction programs for Cal Poly Humboldt University in Northern California for a decade. Alec went on to work for the National Recycling Coalition as a program manager for three years before joining the national office of Keep America Beautiful as director of recycling programs in 2009. During his nine years at KAB, Alec oversaw behavior-related research initiatives, and served as the program manager for both CURC (College and University Recycling Coalition) and the RecycleMania competition (now Campus Race to Zero Waste). Since joining Busch Systems in 2018, Alec has advised the company on product design and produces a popular webinar series and other best practices content for professional recycling and waste reduction audiences.

Alec is a certified TRUE Advisor, and has previously served on the board of directors for the National Recycling Coalition, the Carolina Recycling Association and the California Resource Recovery Association. He lives near Charleston, South Carolina.

Alec Cooley has worked in the recycling field for over three decades, most recently as a senior advisor with the recycling and waste bin manufacturer, Busch Systems. He began his career managing recycling and waste reduction programs for Cal Poly Hum... Show more

Dushyant is Executive Vice President heading the Global Engg. & IT for Cyanconnode. He brings 25+ Years’ experience in IT leadership roles in his past organisations like TCS, Cognizant, LTM. His focus area is enabling technology led transformation for organisations through technology pillars of Industry 4.0, Digital Transformation, Data & AI.
As key member of Cyanconnode Exec Team, he is leading company's next gen product portfolio development in IoT communications, Edge Intelligence, Data & AI solutions. Cyanconnode's comprehensive technology portfolio enables the Energy and Utilities sector clients in their transformation journey for improved customer satisfaction, leaner operations and accelerated path to Net Zero. With over 5 million IoT endpoints across 8 countries globally, it is a leader in IoT solutions. Cyanconnode Pvt. Ltd. India, a subsidiary of the UK-based Cyanconnode Group that is listed in London Stock Exchange. It’s subsidiary DigiSmart is an AMISP and actively working with a key state Utility in Smart Meter rollout and transformation journey to being the Utility of the future.

Dushyant is Executive Vice President heading the Global Engg. & IT for Cyanconnode. He brings 25+ Years’ experience in IT leadership roles in his past organisations like TCS, Cognizant, LTM. His focus area is enabling technology led transformation fo... Show more

Michelle Harrod is celebrating her 20th year in the Water industry, with a career spanning water quality and water distribution system management to wastewater inflow and infiltration assessment and mitigation. Michelle earned her B.S. degree in Computer Science from North Central College and since then has sought to leverage technology to improve the safety, security, and useful life of our precious water and wastewater assets.

Michelle Harrod is celebrating her 20th year in the Water industry, with a career spanning water quality and water distribution system management to wastewater inflow and infiltration assessment and mitigation. Michelle earned her B.S. degree in Comp... Show more

Marina leads greenhouse gas emissions inventories, sustainability data analysis, and climate-related initiatives. She oversees UC Berkeley’s Business Air Travel Carbon Mitigation Program and works with campus partners to advance strategies for measuring and reducing institutional carbon emissions. Marina holds an MBA in Finance and Entrepreneurship from Babson College and a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from Sochi State University.

Marina leads greenhouse gas emissions inventories, sustainability data analysis, and climate-related initiatives. She oversees UC Berkeley’s Business Air Travel Carbon Mitigation Program and works with campus partners to advance strategies for measur... Show more

Dana Ripper is a wildlife ecologist who focuses on conservation through ecosystem health. She holds an MS from Arkansas State University and has worked on wildlife research projects across the United States and, once long ago, in Ontario. In 2010, Dana co-founded a nonprofit organization dedicated to wildlife conservation through science, education, and advocacy. After more than 15 years in nonprofit leadership, Dana now works independently as an ecology-focused policy analyst and project coordinator. Her energies focus on building collaborative relationships to address the conservation connections between wildlife, environmental health, public policy, and community action. A main focus is reducing plastic pollution at its source via systemic change. Dana is a certified presenter with the Beyond Plastics Speakers Bureau.

Dana Ripper is a wildlife ecologist who focuses on conservation through ecosystem health. She holds an MS from Arkansas State University and has worked on wildlife research projects across the United States and, once long ago, in Ontario. In 2010, Da... Show more

Growing up in Muskoka on the unceded traditional territories of the Anishnabeg, Objibway and Chippewas, Autumn developed a deep love and appreciation for the natural world. From a young age, she knew she wanted to act as a voice for nature and positive change. After moving to Ottawa, they realized the urgent need to reimagine how urban and built environments can become a gateway to nature advocacy and protection, even within downtown cores.

Autumn holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Conservation Biology from The University of Ottawa, where she was active in campus-wide animal rights and welfare organizing and a Master's Degree from Trent University in Bioenvironmental Monitoring and Assessment. Autumn also volunteers with Safe Wings Ottawa monitoring for bird-window collisions and triaging cases for their Emergency Avian Hotline. Autumn is currently the lead Organizer for Nature Canada's Bird Friendly City Certification Program and World Migratory Bird Day.

Growing up in Muskoka on the unceded traditional territories of the Anishnabeg, Objibway and Chippewas, Autumn developed a deep love and appreciation for the natural world. From a young age, she knew she wanted to act as a voice for nature and positi... Show more

Ajeyomi Adedoyin Samuel is a Geospatial Data Engineer and GeoAI Developer working at the intersection of Earth observation, artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and geospatial data engineering.

He builds systems that transform large-scale satellite and geospatial datasets into actionable intelligence, with experience across Google Earth Engine, Python, machine learning, cloud infrastructure, geospatial APIs, and data pipelines.

His work spans environmental monitoring, agriculture, climate intelligence, and large-scale Earth observation, with a particular focus on designing scalable and automated geospatial workflows rather than one-off mapping solutions.

Ajeyomi is passionate about bridging the gap between traditional geospatial technologies and modern software engineering, helping developers and geospatial professionals build applications that can process, analyse, and operationalize Earth data at scale.

Ajeyomi Adedoyin Samuel is a Geospatial Data Engineer and GeoAI Developer working at the intersection of Earth observation, artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and geospatial data engineering. He builds systems that transform large-scale sat... Show more

Pruthvithej is a Lead Engineer at Oracle, specializing in scalable cloud-native systems. He focuses on enabling agentic workflows with large language models and robust transaction orchestration. With expertise in Kubernetes, distributed systems, and AI integration, he bridges enterprise reliability with cutting-edge AI. He actively contributes to open-source projects and cloud architecture initiatives at Oracle.

Pruthvithej is a Lead Engineer at Oracle, specializing in scalable cloud-native systems. He focuses on enabling agentic workflows with large language models and robust transaction orchestration. With expertise in Kubernetes, distributed systems, and ... Show more