Amal Jina is a distinguished Professional Engineer and Certified Energy Manager with nearly 20 years of experience in mechanical and energy engineering. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Applied Science, specializing in Mechatronics, from attending the University of Waterloo (4yrs + the co-op program) and then transferred and graduated from the University of Toronto, and a Master’s in Mechanical Engineering with a certification on Energy Systems from the University of Toronto. Amal’s academic and community contributions have earned her prestigious awards, including the International Scholarship and the Aga Khan Foundation Scholarship.

After six years in aerospace, Amal transitioned to the energy sector, driving high-impact initiatives. She saved over $1M annually at South Health Campus, secured $600K in LED incentives at Loblaw, and implemented energy strategies at Shoppers Drug Mart that saved $1.25M in the first year. At Walmart Canada, she reduced energy use intensity by 11% while managing a $160M utility portfolio and earning $400K annually in incentives. Currently, as s Senior Energy Engineer at CIMCO Refrigeration, she leads decarbonization efforts, managing a 30MW heat pump pipeline projected to cut 40,000 metric tons of emissions, and co-developed a tool for analyzing energy and GHG savings across North America.

Amal is deeply committed to global sustainability efforts, serving as the Global Energy and Emissions Advisor for the Aga Khan Foundation and Aga Khan Development Network. She supports projects across multiple countries, advising on solar PV installations, energy audits, and emissions savings. Additionally, she plays an active role in the Association of Energy Engineers – Greater Toronto Area Chapter (AEEGTA), where she serves as Vice President (2025), following her role as Director of Membership and Strategic Development. Amal has led key initiatives like Energy Efficiency Day (2023) and AEEGTA’s 25th Anniversary. As the leader of the Council for Women in Energy and Environmental Leadership (CWEEL), she launched the Council and organizes national webinars to empower women in the energy sector. Amal continues to advance sustainable energy solutions locally and globally, fostering innovation and leadership in energy management.