Gelila Bekele

Assistant Program Coordinator - Energy Management @NYC Citywide Administrative Services

NY, US

In my role as Assistant Program Coordinator, I oversee energy technology initiatives for New York City owned properties. My work focuses on facilitating the transition of NYC-owned properties from fossil fuel-intensive systems to cleaner energy sources while incorporating renewable technologies wherever feasible. Key responsibilities include:1) Funding Support: I review City grant applications and provide guidance to City Agencies and Institutions in securing expense and capital funding for projects designed to upgrade energy systems in line with sustainability goals and local law mandates.2) Compliance Management: I ensure that City properties comply with local laws, including Local Law 97 and the 80x50 goals, by facilitating benchmarking, retrofitting, HVAC system replacements, electrification, and solar installations.3) Project Oversight: I manage capital construction projects, coordinating with stakeholders to ensure timely completion of upgrades while adhering to regulatory, grant, and expense deadlines.4) Energy Efficiency Assessment: I review audits and evaluate existing energy systems, providing City agencies with recommendations for more efficient technologies that reduce energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions.5) Reporting, Documentation, and Data Management: I maintain comprehensive documentation of project progress, funding applications, and compliance reports to ensure transparency and accountability. Additionally, I manage data related to capital and expense applications and projects, compiling reports for the Mayor\'s Office as part of the DCAS/DEM contributions to the Mayor\'s Management Report. I am an active member of the team responsible for not only managing this data but also compiling the reports.This role allows me to contribute significantly to NYC\'s sustainability efforts while ensuring that City Agencies & Cultural institutions remain compliant with evolving energy regulations and standards.

New York University

Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.), "Environmental Studies"​ & "Urban Design & Architecture"​

FIDM

AA, Apparel Manufacturing Management