Kristie Teoh, PE, CEM, has been a dedicated professional in the energy industry since 2019, following her graduation from Georgia Tech with a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering. She is currently a Senior Energy Engineer at Ameresco and is pursuing her MBA at Georgia Tech, focusing on sustainability and management. In addition to her…

With 20 years in the energy sector, Bilal Khursheed serves as the Global Executive Director for Power & Utilities at Microsoft, where he drives digital transformation through AI, cloud, and next-generation technologies. His leadership is reshaping how energy is generated, distributed, and secured, enabling predictive grid management, asset intelligence, and operational resilience at scale. Bilal…

The YMCA of the Triangle, established in 1857, is one of North Carolina’s leading nonprofit organizations and one of the most impactful YMCAs in the nation. Serving Raleigh, Durham, Cary, and the broader Triangle region, it operates 19 facilities and three overnight camps across seven counties. With a mission centered on youth development, healthy living,…

Lana Draz, CEM, CEA, CLEP, CSPV, is a trailblazer in energy engineering with four years of experience and a strong record of impact across renewable energy, workforce development, and international collaboration. She currently serves as a Partnerships Development Specialist at Al Hussein Technical University (HTU) in Jordan and is also a solar design engineer with…

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…

Albert Williams is a globally recognized energy engineering instructor, technical advisor, and published author with over two decades of experience advancing energy efficiency and sustainability worldwide. He has delivered more than 230 professional training courses across 46 countries to energy professionals from over 85 nations and played a key role in developing over 30 specialized…

Dr. Anthony Lo is currently the Director of Customer Success and Sales at CLP Power Hong Kong Limited. He has previously held senior management roles across various departments, including retail business, smart metering, and power grid development. With extensive experience in building services, green building design, and energy management, Dr. Lo plays a key role…

Madeline Zdeblick, the Manager of Product Analytics at NineDot Energy, has been a key leader in advancing New York City’s battery energy storage system policies, particularly in relation to environmental benefits and emissions reductions. As a skilled research and data analyst focused on building a greener electric grid, Maddie has led NineDot’s efforts to evaluate…

Netcare, South Africa’s largest private hospital group, has emerged as a global leader in healthcare sustainability, proving that environmental responsibility drives financial success. Since 2013, the organization has earned 47 sustainability awards through its relentless focus on improving energy, water, and waste efficiency. With 255 energy projects implemented, Netcare has achieved a 39% reduction in…

For nearly two decades, Virginia Beach City Public Schools (VBCPS) has demonstrated a strong commitment to energy stewardship through continuous, forward-thinking initiatives aimed at enhancing the functionality, safety, health, efficiency, and resilience of its school facilities. In partnership with a trusted energy services provider, VBCPS has made sustainability a core priority—not just in policy, but…

Tri-gen is a large-scale energy platform based on hydrogen fuel cell technology. Tri-gen was built by FuelCell Energy to support Toyota’s vehicle processing and distribution center at Toyota Logistics Services’ (TLS) Long Beach vehicle processing facility. Tri-gen demonstrates an alternative way to reduce carbon dioxide emissions and burden on natural resources with scalable technology. The…

Anand holds a master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Kentucky, a bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics Engineering from Hyderabad, India, and is a Certified Energy Manager and a Licensed Professional Engineer in North Carolina. He has over 16 years of experience in energy management and sustainability. Anand currently serves as the Director of…