Rachael Aptowitz Email & Phone Number

With over eight years of experience in advancing clean energy solutions, I am passionate about driving innovative solutions to the climate crisis. As a Clean Mobility Strategist at GRID Alternatives, the nation's largest nonprofit clean energy installer, I lead the development and implementation of programs that unlock electric vehicle (EV) adoption for low-income renters and multifamily affordable housing residents. I leverage my expertise in electric vehicles, analytical skills, and communication abilities to design, pilot, and scale initiatives that increase access to clean transportation, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and create economic opportunities for underserved communities. I manage multiple projects and grants, and work with stakeholders across the EV ecosystem, including utilities, manufacturers, and regulators, to address barriers for EV adoption. I bring a unique perspective to the team, with my background in engineering and sustainability, and my experience working in different countries.Prior to joining GRID Alternatives, I was a Program Manager at SecondMuse, a global innovation agency that supports entrepreneurs to address complex social and environmental challenges. I accelerated breakthrough climate technologies in partnership with NYSERDA's Tech to Market team, and served as the PM for the Scale For ClimateTech program, which helps early-stage hardware startups commercialize and manufacture their products. In this role, I applied my engineering background, and design thinking skills to provide strategic guidance and technical assistance to over 40 climate tech startups. I also facilitated cross-sector collaborations, stakeholder engagement, and community building to foster a vibrant and inclusive innovation ecosystem.My career in clean technology began as an engineer at General Motors during the automotive industry’s pivotal shift towards electric vehicles. I worked across the vehicle development timeline, from manufacturing to design, and contributed significantly to the integration process of the Cadillac Lyriq, the brand’s pioneering entry into the EV market. As an alumna of MIT with a SB in Mechanical Engineering, I'm passionate about leveraging technology to engineer a more sustainable future. I’m currently a part time student at the City College of New York (CCNY), where I’m pursuing my Masters of Science degree in Sustainability in the Urban Environment and further deepening my commitment to addressing the challenges of our time. Let's connect and collaborate to drive solutions to the climate crisis together!

Listed skills include Engineering, Research, Analysis, Solidworks, and 12 others.