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New Orleans, La, Us

New Orleans, Louisiana, United States

- Support community solar origination efforts across multiple states, including NY, NJ, MN, MD, CO, IL, and CA, focusing on Greenfield development, co-development (Co-Dev), and mergers & acquisitions (M&A).- Conduct detailed market research to gather critical information on tariffs, revenue, expenses, and subscriber organizations, aiding in the development of financial models.- Utilize tools such as Transect and Helioscope to perform Buildable Area Analysis (BAA), contributing to… Show more - Support community solar origination efforts across multiple states, including NY, NJ, MN, MD, CO, IL, and CA, focusing on Greenfield development, co-development (Co-Dev), and mergers & acquisitions (M&A).- Conduct detailed market research to gather critical information on tariffs, revenue, expenses, and subscriber organizations, aiding in the development of financial models.- Utilize tools such as Transect and Helioscope to perform Buildable Area Analysis (BAA), contributing to effective project site selection.- File Pre-Application documents and provide support throughout various stages of project development.- Collaborate with legal, finance, engineering, and project development teams to facilitate smooth project progression.- Engage with project leads and represent the organization at industry conferences, contributing to business development and bringing potential origination leads Show less

Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States

• Provided over 35+ hours of office hours to assist over 45+ graduate students with their inquiries and understanding of key dimensions of energy, including commodity markets, transmission and distribution infrastructure, and other related topics, while serving as a GSI for a 500-level class.• Executed 7 rounds of OPEC simulation game with 7 teams, taking into account realistic factors like world demand and generation, as well as demand & supply shocks• Utilized advanced software tools… Show more • Provided over 35+ hours of office hours to assist over 45+ graduate students with their inquiries and understanding of key dimensions of energy, including commodity markets, transmission and distribution infrastructure, and other related topics, while serving as a GSI for a 500-level class.• Executed 7 rounds of OPEC simulation game with 7 teams, taking into account realistic factors like world demand and generation, as well as demand & supply shocks• Utilized advanced software tools like Stata 16, Scientific Workplace and Stat Transfer, to simulate 7 rounds of electricity transmission game with transmission constraints and real-world variables such as start-up cost, fixed and variable O&M cost to provide an in-depth understanding of the subject matter. Show less

Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States

New York, New York, United States

• Identified 5+ environmental hotspots for a client with the highest potential for reducing scope 1 & 2 emissions to achieve their SBTi target of reducing those emissions by 90% by 2030.• Researched 50+ qualified Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) providers across 3 locations, North Carolina, Brazil & Mexico• Negotiated 5 off-site PPA proposals for a manufacturing plant located in Mexico for a Fortune 200 client & saved the client over $271,000 in electricity costs by those proposals. •… Show more • Identified 5+ environmental hotspots for a client with the highest potential for reducing scope 1 & 2 emissions to achieve their SBTi target of reducing those emissions by 90% by 2030.• Researched 50+ qualified Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) providers across 3 locations, North Carolina, Brazil & Mexico• Negotiated 5 off-site PPA proposals for a manufacturing plant located in Mexico for a Fortune 200 client & saved the client over $271,000 in electricity costs by those proposals. • Developed a comprehensive knowledge base for utility-scale battery storage, including an in-depth analysis of over 10 different battery technologies used by companies in the US and France, capable of providing over 1 MWh of energy storage capacity. Show less

Jharsuguda Area, India

• Conducted extensive research and compiled a 220-page report on the environmental impacts and risks associated with the operations of a coal-based thermal power plant and aluminum smelting plant owned by Vedanta Ltd in Jharsuguda, Orissa.• Demonstrated expertise in identifying and implementing effective hazardous waste handling techniques, resulting in a reduction of over 81% in F & Na concentrations in the Spent Pot Lining of the Aluminum Smelting pots, making the waste… Show more • Conducted extensive research and compiled a 220-page report on the environmental impacts and risks associated with the operations of a coal-based thermal power plant and aluminum smelting plant owned by Vedanta Ltd in Jharsuguda, Orissa.• Demonstrated expertise in identifying and implementing effective hazardous waste handling techniques, resulting in a reduction of over 81% in F & Na concentrations in the Spent Pot Lining of the Aluminum Smelting pots, making the waste non-hazardous.• Showcased success in increasing the Gross Calorific Value of the Spent Pot Lining by 132%, making it a preferred alternative as a carbonaceous material in the iron-making process. Show less

Gujarat, India

• Gained hands-on experience in refining processes and prepared detailed reports on the environmental impacts and risks associated with cottonseed oil and oleochemical refining at the Kadi and Mundra locations in Gujarat, India. • Demonstrated a comprehensive understanding of solid, liquid, air, and hazardous waste treatment methods through extensive research and analysis during the internship, showcasing expertise in the field.• Contributed to the development of sustainable and… Show more • Gained hands-on experience in refining processes and prepared detailed reports on the environmental impacts and risks associated with cottonseed oil and oleochemical refining at the Kadi and Mundra locations in Gujarat, India. • Demonstrated a comprehensive understanding of solid, liquid, air, and hazardous waste treatment methods through extensive research and analysis during the internship, showcasing expertise in the field.• Contributed to the development of sustainable and environmentally friendly refining practices through the preparation of comprehensive reports on the refining process, highlighting areas for improvement and preventive measures to minimize the risks. Show less

Master Of Science - Ms, Environment & Sustainability - Sustainable Systems

Activities and Societies: Director of Careers at Ross Energy Club, Project lead at Students for Clean Energy, Active member of Climate.

Bachelor'S Of Technology In Environmental Engineering, B.Tech In Environmental Engineering