Hello!
I’m Anant Wadhwa
A research professional with an analytical frame of mind and ability to analyze large datasets with extensive knowledge and experience in energy planning, renewable energy, GIS data management, remote sensing, spatial analysis and visualization, and data analysis especially in emerging economies in Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa.
My Experience
Roles & Responsibilities
September 2020 - current
Consultant at Sustainable Energy for All
• Conduct global energy and energy related data research and analysis to provide improved tracking and information sharing that supports progress on SDG7.
• Conduct deeper data research and analysis for high impact countries to support improved sustainable energy policy and investment decisions.
• Conduct Geo-spatial data research and modeling to identify opportunities to use data to improve SEforALL program impact.
• Conduct data visualization and support data sharing through website and social media communication.
• Sustainable Cooling Specific - Conduct deeper data research and analysis to support the development of National Cooling Action Plans (NCAPS), the integration of access to cooling in the Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs), updates to the Cooling for All toolkit, urban heat island analysis and global tracking of cooling access gaps and the development of the annual Chilling Prospects report.
• Integrated Energy Planning (IEP) specific - Conduct analytical and GIS based research, analysis and support the development of integrated energy plans in countries like Nigeria, Rwanda, Malawi etc.
• Policy and Regulatory Frameworks (PRF) specific - Conduct research and support the development of the SEforALL Knowledge Hub.
• Organization wide research and analysis on data specifically based on SDG7 for international projects and providing support to the government at various levels.
November 2010 - August 2019
Non-Executive Director at Anant Enterprises
Worked as a contact point between contract partners like UNEP, GIZ and Ministry of Environment, Forests and Climate Change, Government of India and technical trainers in an organization providing technical training and support for prevention of environmental degradation in HVACR Sector. Experienced in both technical and hands on aspects of HVACR.
April 2017 - April 2019
Translator (German - English) at Parexel International Services
Translation of various types of critical medical data, technical data, product reports, adverse reaction reports and vaccination studies from German to English and vice versa.
June 2012 - July 2012
Research Associate at BARTLab, Mahidol University
Research Project on “Manipulation and Control of Robotic Systems”
Work Done - Research and development of Low Power System design for actuators in Robotic Systems.
August 2010 - May 2014
Research Associate at UPES, Dehradun
Research Project on “Design and Fabrication of Multi-Terrain Robotic Vehicle – 9th Sept 2012– 27th April 2013
Research Project on “Automation of Labs of UPES” (UPES in collaboration with Indo-Simon) - 2012
Research Project on “Design and Fabrication of Autonomous Parachute-Aerial-Vehicle” - (2014)
Research Project on “Design and Fabrication of Robotic Arm for Solar Panel Cleaning” – (2014)
Research Project on “Design and Fabrication of Pine Leaf Collector Robot” – (2014)
Work Done – Virtual Design, Simulation, Fabrication and Testing of various Robotic Components while reducing the power consumption of the complete system.
Educational Background
What I’ve Learned
2015 - 2019
Master of Engineering in Energy Efficiency in Technical Systems, TH Brandenburg
Thesis - Challenges and Recommendations for the use of Energy-Efficient and Low-Emission Refrigeration Systems in Developing Countries - Illustrated by the Example of India
Work Done – Research in usage of energy efficient systems in the HVACR sector in developing countries
Further Education
What I learned more
2022
Google Data Analytics Specialization
Modules – Completed eight courses, developed by Google, that include hands-on, practice-based assessments in Data Analytics. Competent in tools and platforms including spreadsheets, SQL, Tableau, and R. Proficient in preparation, processing, analysis, and sharing data for thoughtful action.
2020
Incorporating Renewable Energy in Electricity Sector, Imperial College London
Modules – Electricity Systems, Power Generation Techniques, Implications of Renewable Energy for system operators, Measures to integrate increasing share of variable renewables.
2016
Cool Training - Application of Natural Refrigerants in Commercial Refrigeration Systems, Bundesfachschule Maintal
Modules – Pipe Connections, Leak detection and testing, R744 (CO2) as refrigerant, Implementation of F Gas Regulation, Policy Framework for Natural Refrigerants, Management of ODS Banks, Industry Visits
2016
Project Management Techniques for Development Professionals, Inter - American Development Bank
Modules – Scope Planning Tool (WBS) and Time Management Tool, Cost Management Tool (S Curve) and Procurement Management Tool (Procurement Matrix), Risk Management Tool and Communications Management Tool, Human Resource Management Tool (RACI Matrix) and Project Control Tool
2013
Energy 101, UT Austin
Modules - Energy Basics, Renewable Energy Technologies, Solar and Wind Energy Technologies
Publications
Samples of My Work
Master Thesis (MBA)
CO2 pricing in Germany as an extension of the EU- ETS - An analysis of different options
Master Thesis (M.Sc.)
Challenges and Recommendations for the use of Energy-Efficient and Low-Emission Refrigeration Systems in Developing Countries - Illustrated by the Example of India
Bachelor Thesis
Study, Design and Fabrication of Wireless Weapon Control System of Unmanned Ground Vehicle
Research Report
Chilling Prospects: Tracking Sustainable Cooling for All 2022. Available Here.
Research Report
Chilling Prospects: Tracking Sustainable Cooling for All 2021. Available Here.
Book
Impact on Energy Consumption and Environmental Degradation: By Switching of Refrigerants in Small Scale Commercial Refrigeration Units
Available on Amazon.
Research Paper
Solar Power Generation Improvement in Metro Cities Using Overhead Panels – A Case Study of Berlin
Journal of Fundamentals of Renewable Energy and Applications, Volume 10 Issue 5, ISSN: 2090-4541
Research Paper
Prevention of Ozone Layer Depletion Using Cloud Seeding
International Congress Energy and the Environment 2016 - 25th Scientific Conference on Energy and the Environment - October 2016 (Opatija,Croatia)
Research Paper
Development of Multi-Terrain Robotic Vehicle
International Conference on Electrical and Electronics Engineering, IRNet – Hyderabad ISBN: 978-9382208716 - March 2013
Research Paper
Fly-by-Sensor Using ZigBee Wireless Network
International Conference on Electrical and Electronics Engineering, IRNet – Hyderabad ISBN: 978-9382208716 - March 2013
Research Paper
Development of Low-Cost Robotic Wheelchair for Disabled People
International Conference on Electrical and Electronics Engineering, IRNet – Hyderabad ISBN: 978-9382208716 - March 2013
Research Paper
Accelerometer and Zigbee Protocol Based Smart Wheelchair for Physically Disabled People
International Journal of Electronics and Communication Technology ISSN: 2230-7109/2230-9543 - March 2013
Research Paper
Design and Development of Autonomous Library Book Sorting Robot using Wireless Sensor Networks and Colour Detection
International Conference on Electrical and Electronics Engineering, IRNet – Hyderabad ISBN: 978-9382208716 - March 2013
Patent Application
A System for Preventing Fuel Theft from Vehicles - Patent ID: 365/DEL/2014
Patent Application
A System for Monitoring and Maintaining Air Pressure in Vehicles - Patent ID: 1205/DEL/2014
Patent Application
A System for Assuring Wearing of Helmet by a Rider and a Process Thereof - Patent ID: 1303/DEL/2014
Patent Application
WPAN Based Smart Remote Control for Heater - Patent ID: 1405/DEL/2014
Patent Application
WPAN Based Multi-Node LED Dynamic Display Device System - Patent ID: 1557/DEL/2014
Patent Application
A System and Method for Locating an Injured or a Non-Responsive Person - Patent ID: 2070/DEL/2014
My Skill Set
What I Can
Operations
MS Office Suite
Adobe Suite
Simulation and Design
Solidworks Suite
AutoCAD
GIS Tools
QGIS
ArcGIS
Solar PV Design
PV-SOL
Sun Chart Program
PVWatt
RETScreen
System Advisor Model
Languages
Hindi - Native Speaker
English - Native Speaker
German - Expert
Electronics
MATLab
Arduino-CC
AVR Studio