Vishnu Prakash

Consultant @DNV

Houston, TX, US

Conducted research and updated 200+ page technical reference manual documenting engineering savings calculations for the energy-efficiency measures used to assess ratepayer-based utility energy-efficiency program impacts• Performed impact evaluation calculations, including post-installation measurement and verification for energy efficiency measures, and crafted comprehensive reports• Effectively project-managed non-residential energy efficiency and demand reduction projects, leading a multidisciplinary team of engineers and analysts. Task-managed program budgets, consistently met financial targets of 15% profit margin and optimized resource allocation to ensure successful project outcomes • Compiled and delivered comprehensive annual program performance reports, fostering transparent communication and significantly enhancing stakeholder satisfaction throughout the reporting period• Conducted research on potential new market-ready energy-saving opportunities in the industrial and commercial sectors and interviewed energy managers, researchers, consumers, installation contractors, and manufactures • Performed desk review of HVAC, refrigeration, and lighting end-uses energy savings measures, and prepared site report detailing savings calculation methodology and assumptions• Led baseline study and impact evaluation for lighting retrofit and control measures. Managed a team of 6+ individuals in executing virtual inspections and processing data for over 250+ accounts• Developed Excel tools to optimize building simulation permutation data analysis, achieving a 15-20% reduction in data analysis costs and enhancing overall process efficiency• Applied building energy modeling and simulation tools like Open Studio, EnergyPlus, and Ekotrope to assess energy performance for 10+ commercial building types. Executed energy-saving measures through retrofitting building characteristics, envelop, schedules, and HVAC systems

The University of Texas at San Antonio

Master's degree

International Indian School, Riyadh

School

Anna University Chennai

Bachelor of Engineering (BE)

Sharda University

Master's degree

MGM NSS HSS LAKKATTOOR

Higher Secondary School